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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S744 RRJMOT history

S744 RRJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 230,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2023.

S744 RRJ red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
230,494 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S744 RRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S744 RRJ was last recorded at 230,494 miles on 18 Sept 2023, 4,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,334 miles · 24 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,160 miles
Average per year
5,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 230,494 miles
  • 2021 – 226,334 miles
  • 2020 – 225,022 miles
  • 2019 – 220,120 miles
  • 2018 – 216,688 miles
  • 2017 – 211,241 miles
  • 2016 – 206,415 miles
  • 2015 – 199,865 miles
  • 2014 – 192,648 miles
  • 2013 – 186,933 miles
  • 2012 – 177,557 miles
  • 2010 – 171,160 miles
  • 2009 – 162,568 miles
  • 2008 – 154,421 miles
  • 2007 – 148,060 miles
  • 2006 – 137,043 miles
  • 2005 – 125,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,494 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,494 miles (+4,160)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    230,494 miles
    Test number
    287313522915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass226,334 miles (+1,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    226,334 miles
    Test number
    557772954843
    • AdvisoryBoth front arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass225,022 miles (+151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    225,022 miles
    Test number
    724470811963
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail224,871 miles (+4,751)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,871 miles
    Test number
    474834324492
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass220,120 miles (+65)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    220,120 miles
    Test number
    377454148366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded

  6. Fail220,055 miles (+3,367)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,055 miles
    Test number
    935980968120
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded

  7. Pass216,688 miles (+92)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    216,688 miles
    Test number
    765935116973
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail216,596 miles (+5,355)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,596 miles
    Test number
    198716029300
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass211,241 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    211,241 miles
    Test number
    778438411753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail211,183 miles (+4,768)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,183 miles
    Test number
    498546075242
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass206,415 miles (+187)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    206,415 miles
    Test number
    588105093029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyre badly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  12. Fail206,228 miles (+6,363)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,228 miles
    Test number
    587414448281
    • DangerousFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyre badly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  13. Pass199,865 miles (+189)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    199,865 miles
    Test number
    519865275093
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f inner arch/step area corroded
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorating

  14. Fail199,676 miles (+7,028)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,676 miles
    Test number
    158065965410
    • FailureNearside 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 Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f inner arch/step area corroded
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorating

  15. Pass192,648 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    192,648 miles
    Test number
    227730774070
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail192,648 miles (+5,715)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,648 miles
    Test number
    438166464048
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass186,933 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    186,933 miles
    Test number
    765876763063
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail186,931 miles (+9,374)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,931 miles
    Test number
    955535663050
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass177,557 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    177,557 miles
    Test number
    958794372000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail177,536 miles (+6,376)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,536 miles
    Test number
    389042572077
    • FailureFront registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass171,160 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    171,160 miles
    Test number
    203789700367
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth wing mirrors damaged

  22. Fail171,160 miles (+8,592)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,160 miles
    Test number
    752179300305
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth wing mirrors damaged

  23. Pass162,568 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    162,568 miles
    Test number
    173823799292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail162,567 miles (+8,146)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,567 miles
    Test number
    224692299238
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass154,421 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    154,421 miles
    Test number
    461253788259
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Fail154,384 miles (+6,324)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,384 miles
    Test number
    173510488274
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass148,060 miles (+11,017)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    148,060 miles
    Test number
    770510017370
    • NoteCorrosion handbrake cables
    • NoteSlight weep o/s/f cv boot

  28. Pass137,043 miles (+11,335)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    137,043 miles
    Test number
    191242586299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass125,708 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    125,708 miles
    Test number
    454985765263
    • NoteO/s dooor mirror cracked not showing multiple images to rear
    • NoteO/s/f/ cv boot close to splitting

Questions about S744 RRJ

Does S744 RRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S744 RRJ expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S744 RRJ?
The MOT on S744 RRJ expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S744 RRJ done?
S744 RRJ was recorded at 230,494 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2023, an average of 5,825 miles a year.
Has S744 RRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S744 RRJ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on S744 RRJ 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 S744 RRJ find?
S744 RRJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front wheel arch corroded; nearside inner sill corroded; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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