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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S778 FFMMOT history

S778 FFM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 200,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S778 FFM red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
200,618 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 FFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 FFM was last recorded at 200,618 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2024: 6,145 miles, lower than 198,952 miles on 14 Jun 2023.

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
199,551 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,067 miles
Average per year
5,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,618 miles
  • 2025 – 199,551 miles
  • 2024 – 6,145 miles
  • 2023 – 198,952 miles
  • 2021 – 198,147 miles
  • 2020 – 196,126 miles
  • 2019 – 194,393 miles
  • 2018 – 188,913 miles
  • 2017 – 186,749 miles
  • 2016 – 183,394 miles
  • 2011 – 147,419 miles
  • 2010 – 136,461 miles
  • 2009 – 125,795 miles
  • 2007 – 105,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,618 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    200,618 miles
    Test number
    209307322211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail200,618 miles (+1,067)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,618 miles
    Test number
    929898528691
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass199,551 miles (+193,406)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    199,551 miles
    Test number
    946535001238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass6,145 miles (-192,807)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    6,145 miles
    Test number
    691275036119
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass198,952 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    198,952 miles
    Test number
    196208736301
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail198,951 miles (+804)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,951 miles
    Test number
    656833440526
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass198,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    198,147 miles
    Test number
    410787047046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail198,147 miles (+2,021)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,147 miles
    Test number
    558731030877
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting next to filter (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides inner chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass196,126 miles (+1,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    196,126 miles
    Test number
    121639103875
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass194,393 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    194,393 miles
    Test number
    315738742989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass188,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    188,913 miles
    Test number
    406951846140
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion very dry in areas advise waxoil.. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail188,913 miles (+2,164)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,913 miles
    Test number
    411371322451
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion very dry in areas advise waxoil.. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass186,749 miles (+3,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    186,749 miles
    Test number
    661224149900
    • AdvisoryN/s front track rod end slight play

  14. Pass183,394 miles (+35,975)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    183,394 miles
    Test number
    591174958380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,419 miles (+10,958)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    147,419 miles
    Test number
    788871851250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass136,461 miles (+3)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    136,461 miles
    Test number
    483389940224
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s front steering arm tie rod end has slight play
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc slightly pitted and deteriorated advise replacement
    • NoteService brake pedal anti slip pad slightly deteriorated

  17. Fail136,458 miles (+10,663)8 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,458 miles
    Test number
    632676290171
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc pitted and deteriorated advise replacement
    • NoteService brake pedal anti slip pad slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front steering arm tie rod end

  18. Pass125,795 miles (+19,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    125,795 miles
    Test number
    334299619053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass105,815 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    105,815 miles
    Test number
    494314247408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    194305127062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S778 FFM

Does S778 FFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S778 FFM is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S778 FFM?
The MOT on S778 FFM is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S778 FFM done?
S778 FFM was recorded at 200,618 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,191 miles a year.
Has S778 FFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 FFM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S778 FFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S778 FFM find?
S778 FFM passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 3 more.

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