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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S787 JGPMOT history

S787 JGP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

S787 JGP blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
159,031 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S787 JGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S787 JGP was last recorded at 159,031 miles on 27 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,031 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,031 miles
  • 2025 – 157,788 miles
  • 2023 – 156,233 miles
  • 2022 – 151,847 miles
  • 2016 – 128,881 miles
  • 2015 – 122,519 miles
  • 2013 – 117,278 miles
  • 2012 – 107,860 miles
  • 2011 – 103,528 miles
  • 2010 – 92,545 miles
  • 2009 – 89,546 miles
  • 2008 – 87,812 miles
  • 2007 – 84,503 miles
  • 2006 – 81,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,031 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Reverse lamp inop

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    227133648057
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  2. Fail159,031 miles (+1,243)2 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    140567988671
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall 195-70-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both. Bulbs?Lens??? (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Pass157,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    157,788 miles
    Test number
    889409261841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail157,788 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,788 miles
    Test number
    132397618233
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb?? (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail157,788 miles (+1,555)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,788 miles
    Test number
    884159091861
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Engine area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Arch area (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  6. Pass156,233 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    156,233 miles
    Test number
    340247064688
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  7. Fail156,233 miles (+4,386)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,233 miles
    Test number
    344059374001
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195-70-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  8. Pass151,847 miles (+22,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,847 miles
    Test number
    209628748400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass128,881 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,881 miles
    Test number
    868405287392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail128,867 miles (+6,348)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,867 miles
    Test number
    137771868783
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  11. Pass122,519 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    122,519 miles
    Test number
    935422555118
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail122,519 miles (+5,241)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,519 miles
    Test number
    737992255111
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/F tyre is worn on the edges of the tread
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass117,278 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    117,278 miles
    Test number
    425281333496
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail117,278 miles (+9,418)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,278 miles
    Test number
    399020633395
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass107,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,860 miles
    Test number
    625249842383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail107,860 miles (+4,332)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,860 miles
    Test number
    225087742355
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass103,528 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    103,528 miles
    Test number
    439492841497
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteN/s front inner track arm knucle worn

  18. Fail103,528 miles (+10,983)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,528 miles
    Test number
    155650841346
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteN/s front inner track arm knucle worn

  19. Pass92,545 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,545 miles
    Test number
    313679640359
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking

  20. Fail92,544 miles (+2,998)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    880638240306
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking

  21. Fail89,546 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    533553229371
    • Repaired at testBody has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass89,546 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    992313629310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,812 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    87,812 miles
    Test number
    130484378235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail87,777 miles (+3,274)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,777 miles
    Test number
    873340878286
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass84,503 miles (+3,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    84,503 miles
    Test number
    220428447274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass81,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    81,039 miles
    Test number
    873459786056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about S787 JGP

Does S787 JGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S787 JGP is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S787 JGP?
The MOT on S787 JGP is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S787 JGP done?
S787 JGP was recorded at 159,031 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,869 miles a year.
Has S787 JGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S787 JGP has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S787 JGP 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 S787 JGP find?
S787 JGP passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated fronts; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 1 more.

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