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Volkswagen LT

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

S789 KNHMOT history

S789 KNH is a white diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 212,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2023
Mileage
212,023 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 KNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 KNH was last recorded at 212,023 miles on 11 Jan 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,018 miles · 5 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 212,023 miles
  • 2020 – 202,615 miles
  • 2019 – 194,380 miles
  • 2017 – 184,508 miles
  • 2016 – 173,186 miles
  • 2015 – 170,436 miles
  • 2014 – 169,051 miles
  • 2013 – 167,008 miles
  • 2012 – 160,789 miles
  • 2011 – 152,698 miles
  • 2010 – 146,009 miles
  • 2009 – 133,916 miles
  • 2008 – 121,063 miles
  • 2007 – 107,738 miles
  • 2006 – 99,749 miles
  • 2005 – 97,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,023 miles
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses all starting to perishRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in near side track rod end, and inner drumstick jointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear number plate deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySill panels rusted through in some places, and other areas of underbody / chassis rusting in placesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVertical play in off side and near side front lower swivel jointsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Wheel bearing has slight play both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicle has some corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,023 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    212,023 miles
    Test number
    720600336227
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses all starting to perish
    • AdvisoryPlay in near side track rod end, and inner drumstick joint
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySill panels rusted through in some places, and other areas of underbody / chassis rusting in places
    • AdvisoryVertical play in off side and near side front lower swivel joints

  2. Fail212,018 miles (+9,403)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,018 miles
    Test number
    505480943800
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative broken (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses all starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOff side rear brake disc rusting
    • AdvisoryPlay in near side track rod end, and inner drumstick joint
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisorySill panels rusted through in some places, and other areas of underbody / chassis rusting in places
    • AdvisoryVertical play in off side and near side front lower swivel joints

  3. Pass202,615 miles (+34)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    202,615 miles
    Test number
    977798488669
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some corrosion

  4. Fail202,581 miles (+8,201)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,581 miles
    Test number
    846899003197
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some corrosion

  5. Pass194,380 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    194,380 miles
    Test number
    753495397569
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some corrosion

  6. Fail194,380 miles (+9,872)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,380 miles
    Test number
    645637266850
    • MajorExhaust system insecure 2 exhaust rubbers broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some corrosion

  7. Pass184,508 miles (+11,322)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    184,508 miles
    Test number
    390544595615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass173,186 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    173,186 miles
    Test number
    887508048143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass170,436 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    170,436 miles
    Test number
    457740934043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass169,051 miles (+2,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    169,051 miles
    Test number
    526449724393
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass167,008 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    167,008 miles
    Test number
    449226343386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail167,007 miles (+6,218)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,007 miles
    Test number
    875685743379
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass160,789 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    160,789 miles
    Test number
    318002442378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Fail160,789 miles (+8,091)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,789 miles
    Test number
    787392842314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass152,698 miles (+6,689)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    152,698 miles
    Test number
    625889441346
    • NoteSome vertical play in off side and near side front suspension lower swivel joints

  16. Pass146,009 miles (+12,093)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    146,009 miles
    Test number
    870278640363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass133,916 miles (+12,853)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    133,916 miles
    Test number
    562039649349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,063 miles (+13,325)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    121,063 miles
    Test number
    181214158333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,738 miles (+7,989)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    107,738 miles
    Test number
    431173957460
    • NoteExhaust box rattling
    • NoteParking brake effort slightly low
    • NotePlay in off side and near side lower swivel joints

  20. Pass99,749 miles (+2,408)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    99,749 miles
    Test number
    320596046391
    • NoteBrake fluid level slightly low
    • NoteExhaust box baffles loose and noisey
    • NotePlay in off side and near side front lower swivel joints

  21. Pass97,341 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    97,341 miles
    Test number
    604410955398
    • NoteVery little reserve parking brake travel

Questions about S789 KNH

Does S789 KNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S789 KNH expired on 10 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S789 KNH?
The MOT on S789 KNH expired on 10 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S789 KNH done?
S789 KNH was recorded at 212,023 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2022, an average of 7,136 miles a year.
Has S789 KNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 KNH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S789 KNH 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 S789 KNH find?
S789 KNH passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: front and rear brake hoses all starting to perish; play in near side track rod end, and inner drumstick joint; rear number plate deteriorating, and 2 more.

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