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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

S788 MDNMOT history

S788 MDN is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

S788 MDN white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,744 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S788 MDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S788 MDN was last recorded at 176,744 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,739 miles · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,744 miles
  • 2024 – 173,957 miles
  • 2023 – 171,609 miles
  • 2022 – 171,436 miles
  • 2020 – 170,940 miles
  • 2018 – 170,861 miles
  • 2016 – 170,304 miles
  • 2015 – 169,516 miles
  • 2014 – 166,739 miles
  • 2013 – 166,404 miles
  • 2012 – 156,446 miles
  • 2011 – 149,463 miles
  • 2010 – 140,925 miles
  • 2009 – 132,694 miles
  • 2008 – 123,770 miles
  • 2007 – 113,369 miles
  • 2006 – 104,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,744 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,744 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,744 miles
    Test number
    646539851711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail176,739 miles (+2,782)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,739 miles
    Test number
    674540902621
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
  3. Pass173,957 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    173,957 miles
    Test number
    863777640882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass171,609 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    171,609 miles
    Test number
    299467198203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,601 miles (+165)3 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,601 miles
    Test number
    332935696561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. Pass171,436 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    171,436 miles
    Test number
    524714641259
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on arches and sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavilly wax oiled
  7. Fail171,436 miles (+496)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,436 miles
    Test number
    745821631995
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on arches and sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavilly wax oiled
  8. Pass170,940 miles (+79)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    170,940 miles
    Test number
    419674124668
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  9. Pass170,861 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    170,861 miles
    Test number
    682981847348
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
  10. Fail170,817 miles (+513)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,817 miles
    Test number
    688469518818
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering slight leak at hose
  11. Pass170,304 miles (+788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    170,304 miles
    Test number
    351274753133
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe all under seal
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  12. Pass169,516 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    169,516 miles
    Test number
    109185765059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  13. Fail169,512 miles (+2,773)15 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,512 miles
    Test number
    595854455042
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  14. Pass166,739 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    166,739 miles
    Test number
    156558854441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail166,404 miles (+9,958)10 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,404 miles
    Test number
    385639133287
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorated
  16. Pass156,446 miles (+6,983)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    156,446 miles
    Test number
    328901472440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass149,463 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    149,463 miles
    Test number
    216084271272
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall damaged
  18. Fail149,463 miles (+8,538)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,463 miles
    Test number
    567284171221
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side wall damaged
  19. Fail140,925 miles2 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    441815540277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyre side walls perished
    • NoteBoth c v gaitors in poor condition
    • NoteEngine smokes
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteFront hand brake cable in poor condition
    • NoteTail gate damaged
  20. Pass140,925 miles (+193)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    751895940299
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyre side walls perished
    • NoteBoth c v gaitors in poor condition
    • NoteEngine smokes
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteFront hand brake cable in poor condition
    • NoteTail gate damaged
  21. Fail140,732 miles (+8,038)14 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,732 miles
    Test number
    120448410125
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront hand brake cable in poor condition
    • NoteOff side c v gaitor in poor condition
    • NoteOff side front and near side rear outer tyre walls perished
  22. Pass132,694 miles (+8,924)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    132,694 miles
    Test number
    981720259014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass123,770 miles (+10,401)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    123,770 miles
    Test number
    190427348019
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in por condition
    • NoteNsf cv gaiter starting to leak
    • NoteOsf door mirror cracked
  24. Pass113,369 miles (+8,522)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    113,369 miles
    Test number
    892286267040
    • NoteFront and rear number plates poor condition
    • NoteOsf,nsf driveshaft gaiter perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
  25. Pass104,847 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    104,847 miles
    Test number
    622043666098
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres perished
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition

Questions about S788 MDN

Does S788 MDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S788 MDN is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S788 MDN?
The MOT on S788 MDN is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S788 MDN done?
S788 MDN was recorded at 176,744 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 3,543 miles a year.
Has S788 MDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S788 MDN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S788 MDN 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 MDN find?
S788 MDN passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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