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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S781 KAMMOT history

S781 KAM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 142,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

S781 KAM grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
142,976 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S781 KAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S781 KAM was last recorded at 142,976 miles on 30 May 2024, 1,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,556 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,420 miles
Average per year
4,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,976 miles
  • 2023 – 141,556 miles
  • 2021 – 139,856 miles
  • 2020 – 138,063 miles
  • 2019 – 134,692 miles
  • 2018 – 133,489 miles
  • 2017 – 129,982 miles
  • 2016 – 129,163 miles
  • 2015 – 122,658 miles
  • 2014 – 115,829 miles
  • 2013 – 110,602 miles
  • 2012 – 110,395 miles
  • 2011 – 108,431 miles
  • 2010 – 102,940 miles
  • 2009 – 95,961 miles
  • 2008 – 91,313 miles
  • 2007 – 85,827 miles
  • 2006 – 75,504 miles
  • 2005 – 64,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,976 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
  • AdvisoryUndertray loose

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Non standard coil springs fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,976 miles (+1,420)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    142,976 miles
    Test number
    798567993959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryUndertray loose

  2. Pass141,556 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,556 miles
    Test number
    987428107017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the under side
    • AdvisoryPlay in the inner steering joints

  3. Fail141,556 miles (+1,700)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,556 miles
    Test number
    348789979437
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the under side
    • AdvisoryPlay in the inner steering joints

  4. Pass139,856 miles (+1,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,856 miles
    Test number
    378715345229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass138,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,063 miles
    Test number
    669584724335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail138,063 miles (+3,371)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,063 miles
    Test number
    612316475597
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass134,692 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,692 miles
    Test number
    869967339169
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside....

  8. Fail134,685 miles (+1,196)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,685 miles
    Test number
    414601974770
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17.... (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to several holes in rear section....(2370cc plate limit of 0.70....) (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer at in pipe / out pipes and holed near hanger.... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) at nearside....

  9. Pass133,489 miles (+3,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,489 miles
    Test number
    597351483306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass129,982 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    129,982 miles
    Test number
    134546521193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,839 miles (+676)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,839 miles
    Test number
    724012481603
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass129,163 miles (+53)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,163 miles
    Test number
    584097990920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNon standard coil springs fitted

  13. Fail129,110 miles (+6,452)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,110 miles
    Test number
    538443876303
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNon standard coil springs fitted

  14. Pass122,658 miles (+6,829)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    122,658 miles
    Test number
    318177325410
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  15. Pass115,829 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    788613114236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,602 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,602 miles
    Test number
    247933293196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  17. Fail110,602 miles (+207)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,602 miles
    Test number
    457469583162
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  18. Pass110,395 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,395 miles
    Test number
    647475402254
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres perishing

  19. Fail110,395 miles (+1,964)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,395 miles
    Test number
    226145902209
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres perishing

  20. Pass108,431 miles (+5,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,431 miles
    Test number
    175847591153
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack end

  21. Pass102,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    102,940 miles
    Test number
    271212780192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,940 miles (+6,979)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,940 miles
    Test number
    690172080142
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass95,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,961 miles
    Test number
    780265409243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail95,961 miles (+4,648)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,961 miles
    Test number
    163202009281
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass91,313 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    91,313 miles
    Test number
    142125178128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass85,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    85,827 miles
    Test number
    553789507285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail85,287 miles (+9,783)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,287 miles
    Test number
    750279307271
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass75,504 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    75,504 miles
    Test number
    352942816262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail75,483 miles (+11,028)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,483 miles
    Test number
    971436306254
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass64,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    64,455 miles
    Test number
    914331415201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S781 KAM

Does S781 KAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S781 KAM expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S781 KAM?
The MOT on S781 KAM expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S781 KAM done?
S781 KAM was recorded at 142,976 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 4,169 miles a year.
Has S781 KAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S781 KAM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S781 KAM 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 S781 KAM find?
S781 KAM passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 10 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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