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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S747 RKWMOT history

S747 RKW is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 202,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2025.

S747 RKW green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2026
Mileage
202,558 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S747 RKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
28 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S747 RKW was last recorded at 202,558 miles on 28 May 2025, 6,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,689 miles · 6 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
6,869 miles
Average per year
5,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,558 miles
  • 2024 – 195,689 miles
  • 2023 – 189,146 miles
  • 2022 – 183,327 miles
  • 2021 – 179,536 miles
  • 2020 – 174,165 miles
  • 2019 – 168,922 miles
  • 2018 – 165,171 miles
  • 2017 – 160,627 miles
  • 2016 – 153,617 miles
  • 2015 – 142,724 miles
  • 2013 – 134,769 miles
  • 2012 – 116,703 miles
  • 2010 – 116,649 miles
  • 2009 – 116,634 miles
  • 2008 – 114,641 miles
  • 2007 – 108,835 miles
  • 2006 – 100,222 miles
  • 2005 – 93,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,558 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,558 miles (+6,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    202,558 miles
    Test number
    452410115047
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass195,689 miles (+6,543)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    195,689 miles
    Test number
    395050392167
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,146 miles (+5,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    189,146 miles
    Test number
    902952246331
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass183,327 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    183,327 miles
    Test number
    274579976024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass179,536 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    179,536 miles
    Test number
    794236310900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail179,520 miles (+5,355)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,520 miles
    Test number
    660909968490
    • DangerousFront Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass174,165 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    174,165 miles
    Test number
    670875208632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass168,922 miles (+3,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,922 miles
    Test number
    105134489502
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass165,171 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,171 miles
    Test number
    386801589259
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail165,170 miles (+4,543)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,170 miles
    Test number
    292083782575
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass160,627 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    160,627 miles
    Test number
    426967808019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail160,545 miles (+6,928)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,545 miles
    Test number
    774624224130
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • 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 Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass153,617 miles (+10,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    153,617 miles
    Test number
    343283983836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass142,724 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    142,724 miles
    Test number
    580339174017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front brake hoses slightly dteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside sill step corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner ends

  15. Fail142,723 miles (+19)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,723 miles
    Test number
    293662432339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front brake hoses slightly dteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside sill step corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner ends

  16. Fail142,704 miles (+7,935)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,704 miles
    Test number
    496065535155
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside inner sill corroded

  17. Pass134,769 miles (+18,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    134,769 miles
    Test number
    928392123197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass116,703 miles (+54)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    116,703 miles
    Test number
    167115322187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished on inner sidewall

  19. Pass116,649 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    116,649 miles
    Test number
    352149850489
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner sidewall deteriating
    • NoteTemp warning light flashing @ dash

  20. Fail116,649 miles (+15)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,649 miles
    Test number
    720277450291
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner sidewall deteriating
    • NoteTemp warning light flashing @ dash

  21. Pass116,634 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    116,634 miles
    Test number
    703652039229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    114,641 miles
    Test number
    794084288127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,641 miles (+5,806)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,641 miles
    Test number
    202762388419
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass108,835 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    108,835 miles
    Test number
    521355657214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail108,768 miles (+8,546)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,768 miles
    Test number
    484039847203
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureCoil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass100,222 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    100,222 miles
    Test number
    204074056282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    93,046 miles
    Test number
    152471155205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S747 RKW

Does S747 RKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S747 RKW expired on 5 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S747 RKW?
The MOT on S747 RKW expired on 5 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S747 RKW done?
S747 RKW was recorded at 202,558 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2025, an average of 5,554 miles a year.
Has S747 RKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S747 RKW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on S747 RKW 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 S747 RKW find?
S747 RKW passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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