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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S788 JGPMOT history

S788 JGP is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 219,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2025.

S788 JGP green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
219,500 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S788 JGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S788 JGP was last recorded at 219,500 miles on 30 Apr 2025, 4,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,333 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,167 miles
Average per year
4,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 219,500 miles
  • 2024 – 215,333 miles
  • 2023 – 214,414 miles
  • 2022 – 214,355 miles
  • 2021 – 212,783 miles
  • 2020 – 211,214 miles
  • 2019 – 209,240 miles
  • 2018 – 206,731 miles
  • 2017 – 204,596 miles
  • 2016 – 202,008 miles
  • 2015 – 200,157 miles
  • 2014 – 195,428 miles
  • 2013 – 191,053 miles
  • 2012 – 185,676 miles
  • 2011 – 181,684 miles
  • 2010 – 176,129 miles
  • 2009 – 166,945 miles
  • 2008 – 152,992 miles
  • 2007 – 141,105 miles
  • 2006 – 127,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,500 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,500 miles (+4,167)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    219,500 miles
    Test number
    664088704333
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass215,333 miles (+919)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    215,333 miles
    Test number
    588091622973
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s centre inner sill corroded but not within a prescribed area
  3. Pass214,414 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    214,414 miles
    Test number
    183842661494
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass214,355 miles (+1,572)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    214,355 miles
    Test number
    371841711614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed
  5. Pass212,783 miles (+1,569)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    212,783 miles
    Test number
    865699245510
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySills corroded
  6. Pass211,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    211,214 miles
    Test number
    549651994895
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  7. Fail211,214 miles (+1,974)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,214 miles
    Test number
    782838538554
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  8. Pass209,240 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    209,240 miles
    Test number
    102652943220
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack end has some play
  9. Fail209,240 miles (+2,509)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,240 miles
    Test number
    450059416189
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad material has slipped (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack end has some play
  10. Pass206,731 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    206,731 miles
    Test number
    810091852949
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded LSV to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
  11. Fail206,731 miles (+2,135)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,731 miles
    Test number
    192431030269
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded LSV to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
  12. Pass204,596 miles (+2,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    204,596 miles
    Test number
    329882384807
    • AdvisoryOffside front and offside rear brake pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake has some binding and requires attention
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs and pads are badly worn and scored
  13. Pass202,008 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    202,008 miles
    Test number
    506676943387
    • AdvisoryExhaust smoke
    • AdvisoryGlow warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link has some plsy
    • AdvisoryNearside front seat swivel catch faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is soft and has splits inner wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Fail202,008 miles (+1,851)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,008 miles
    Test number
    948381784408
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust smoke
    • AdvisoryGlow warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link has some plsy
    • AdvisoryNearside front seat swivel catch faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is soft and has splits inner wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass200,157 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    200,157 miles
    Test number
    617211625029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip missing
  16. Fail200,157 miles (+4,729)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,157 miles
    Test number
    598841625002
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip missing
  17. Pass195,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    195,428 miles
    Test number
    177774004155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail195,428 miles (+4,375)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,428 miles
    Test number
    268230504141
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass191,053 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    191,053 miles
    Test number
    226567403133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  20. Fail191,053 miles (+5,377)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,053 miles
    Test number
    488687903135
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  21. Pass185,676 miles (+3,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    185,676 miles
    Test number
    967098682072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass181,684 miles (+5,555)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    181,684 miles
    Test number
    305863981043
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass176,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    176,129 miles
    Test number
    232891180000
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  24. Fail176,128 miles (+9,183)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,128 miles
    Test number
    882451580089
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  25. Pass166,945 miles (+13,953)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    702130979013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass152,992 miles (+11,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    152,992 miles
    Test number
    213329478090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  27. Pass141,105 miles (+13,546)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    141,105 miles
    Test number
    333044367018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass127,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    127,559 miles
    Test number
    500462986006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S788 JGP

Does S788 JGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S788 JGP expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S788 JGP?
The MOT on S788 JGP expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S788 JGP done?
S788 JGP was recorded at 219,500 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2025, an average of 4,812 miles a year.
Has S788 JGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S788 JGP has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on S788 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 S788 JGP find?
S788 JGP passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside front power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged, and 2 more.

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