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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S780 UAYMOT history

S780 UAY is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 175,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

S780 UAY green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
175,503 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S780 UAY
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
18 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S780 UAY was last recorded at 175,503 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 99 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,404 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
99 miles
Average per year
3,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,503 miles
  • 2025 – 172,783 miles
  • 2023 – 172,209 miles
  • 2022 – 169,026 miles
  • 2021 – 161,190 miles
  • 2019 – 158,620 miles
  • 2018 – 156,834 miles
  • 2017 – 154,272 miles
  • 2015 – 150,148 miles
  • 2014 – 146,544 miles
  • 2013 – 142,682 miles
  • 2012 – 139,052 miles
  • 2011 – 132,191 miles
  • 2010 – 125,901 miles
  • 2009 – 118,833 miles
  • 2008 – 111,980 miles
  • 2006 – 102,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,503 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch/sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,503 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    175,503 miles
    Test number
    410619924769
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail175,404 miles (+2,621)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,404 miles
    Test number
    674761168617
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass172,783 miles (+574)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    172,783 miles
    Test number
    532373772175
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY CORROSION

  4. Pass172,209 miles (+75)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,209 miles
    Test number
    344596015214
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  5. Fail172,134 miles (+3,108)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,134 miles
    Test number
    723223042478
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  6. Pass169,026 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    169,026 miles
    Test number
    840141281881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail169,009 miles (+7,819)1 dangerous19 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,009 miles
    Test number
    340916009671
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction multiple items on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated minor grease leakage (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r, o/s/r, n/s at load valve, n/s & o/s front to rear, o/s/f, n/s/f & o/s/f to flex hose all corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened severely corroded & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened severely corroded & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body & outer body panel corrosion

  8. Pass161,190 miles (+10)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    161,190 miles
    Test number
    237913599114
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail161,180 miles (+2,560)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,180 miles
    Test number
    722570508848
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass158,620 miles (+1,786)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,620 miles
    Test number
    258953177159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass156,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    156,834 miles
    Test number
    289994789683
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased

  12. Fail156,834 miles (+2,562)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,834 miles
    Test number
    327284022529
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased

  13. Pass154,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,272 miles
    Test number
    186400850576
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake pipes

  14. Fail154,272 miles (+4,124)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,272 miles
    Test number
    686603329379
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake pipes

  15. Pass150,148 miles (+3,604)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,148 miles
    Test number
    877717228212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass146,544 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    146,544 miles
    Test number
    138718304342
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail146,536 miles (+3,854)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,536 miles
    Test number
    406094904374
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass142,682 miles (+3,630)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    142,682 miles
    Test number
    708532603396
    • NoteVarious brake pipes greased

  19. Pass139,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    325708792272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Fail139,052 miles (+6,861)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    639637292234
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass132,191 miles (+6,290)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    386276531104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass125,901 miles (+7,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,901 miles
    Test number
    901531030176
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass118,833 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    118,833 miles
    Test number
    663627129123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass111,980 miles (+9,319)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    111,980 miles
    Test number
    764858168029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass102,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    102,661 miles
    Test number
    533298396288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail102,661 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,661 miles
    Test number
    883988996208
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front tyrewall surface cracks
    • NoteOffside rear tyrewall surface cracks

Questions about S780 UAY

Does S780 UAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S780 UAY is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S780 UAY?
The MOT on S780 UAY is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S780 UAY done?
S780 UAY was recorded at 175,503 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,759 miles a year.
Has S780 UAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S780 UAY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S780 UAY 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 S780 UAY find?
S780 UAY passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users.

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