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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S747 UAYMOT history

S747 UAY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 196,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

S747 UAY red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
196,350 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S747 UAY
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S747 UAY was last recorded at 196,350 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 4,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Sept 2020: 159,798 miles, lower than 197,675 miles on 11 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,896 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,454 miles
Average per year
4,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,350 miles
  • 2025 – 191,896 miles
  • 2024 – 185,694 miles
  • 2023 – 180,741 miles
  • 2022 – 174,903 miles
  • 2021 – 167,472 miles
  • 2020 – 160,002 miles
  • 2019 – 197,675 miles
  • 2018 – 186,699 miles
  • 2017 – 175,367 miles
  • 2016 – 162,628 miles
  • 2015 – 151,482 miles
  • 2014 – 141,639 miles
  • 2013 – 134,816 miles
  • 2011 – 133,697 miles
  • 2010 – 126,065 miles
  • 2009 – 119,560 miles
  • 2008 – 114,717 miles
  • 2007 – 107,937 miles
  • 2006 – 99,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,350 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Inner sill/door runner guide rotted but not considered structural

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,350 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    196,350 miles
    Test number
    944630170196
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail196,344 miles (+4,448)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,344 miles
    Test number
    759711756738
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring and shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached shock absorber mount nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass191,896 miles (+109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    191,896 miles
    Test number
    488365745813
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail191,787 miles (+6,093)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,787 miles
    Test number
    466087698680
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill rotted but not considered structural
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass185,694 miles (+4,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    185,694 miles
    Test number
    148114094857
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill/side door runner area rotted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass180,741 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    180,741 miles
    Test number
    817232357037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill/door runner guide rotted but not considered structural
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail180,732 miles (+5,829)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,732 miles
    Test number
    567969121642
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested burst brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill/door runner guide rotted but not considered structural
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass174,903 miles (+7,431)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    174,903 miles
    Test number
    177376030174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass167,472 miles (+7,470)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    167,472 miles
    Test number
    302981036547
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front/centre inner sill/door runner area rotted but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass160,002 miles (+204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    160,002 miles
    Test number
    618494272401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill rotted but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail159,798 miles (-37,877)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,798 miles
    Test number
    515089631620
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill rotted but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass197,675 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    197,675 miles
    Test number
    307543858030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail197,648 miles (+10,949)1 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,648 miles
    Test number
    240867757617
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass186,699 miles (+11,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    186,699 miles
    Test number
    552556949925
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass175,367 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    175,367 miles
    Test number
    763634620052
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail175,367 miles (+12,739)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,367 miles
    Test number
    273943643049
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass162,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    162,628 miles
    Test number
    195578934155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail162,616 miles (+11,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,616 miles
    Test number
    538140335958
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass151,482 miles (+9,843)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    151,482 miles
    Test number
    597055952922
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear pipes slightly rusty. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass141,639 miles (+6,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    141,639 miles
    Test number
    197495544222
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail134,816 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,816 miles
    Test number
    255091163275
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass134,816 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    134,816 miles
    Test number
    888661963278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail134,810 miles (+1,113)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,810 miles
    Test number
    206871443276
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass133,697 miles (+7,632)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,697 miles
    Test number
    378509601298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail126,065 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,065 miles
    Test number
    192630090185
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  26. Pass126,065 miles (+6,505)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    126,065 miles
    Test number
    284820090496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass119,560 miles (+4,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    119,560 miles
    Test number
    842201019272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass114,717 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    114,717 miles
    Test number
    224087708293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass107,937 miles (+7,948)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    107,937 miles
    Test number
    344741107223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass99,989 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    99,989 miles
    Test number
    800029206263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail99,882 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    633298686128
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S747 UAY

Does S747 UAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S747 UAY is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S747 UAY?
The MOT on S747 UAY is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S747 UAY done?
S747 UAY was recorded at 196,350 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 4,778 miles a year.
Has S747 UAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S747 UAY has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S747 UAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S747 UAY find?
S747 UAY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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