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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S790 KAMMOT history

S790 KAM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 243,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

S790 KAM silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
243,088 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 KAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 KAM was last recorded at 243,088 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,034 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
4,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 243,088 miles
  • 2025 – 239,029 miles
  • 2024 – 236,306 miles
  • 2023 – 234,626 miles
  • 2022 – 233,106 miles
  • 2021 – 232,069 miles
  • 2019 – 231,939 miles
  • 2018 – 230,952 miles
  • 2017 – 229,228 miles
  • 2016 – 226,515 miles
  • 2015 – 222,701 miles
  • 2014 – 220,818 miles
  • 2012 – 210,874 miles
  • 2010 – 202,167 miles
  • 2009 – 194,277 miles
  • 2008 – 185,792 miles
  • 2007 – 174,379 miles
  • 2006 – 168,169 miles
  • 2005 – 160,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,088 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Brake performance unable to be tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front inner wing -corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,088 miles (+54)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    243,088 miles
    Test number
    749854943748
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail243,034 miles (+4,005)2 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,034 miles
    Test number
    391548586757
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass239,029 miles (+6)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    239,029 miles
    Test number
    818114770911
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing -corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  4. Fail239,023 miles (+2,717)2 dangerous1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,023 miles
    Test number
    119526806277
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing -corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  5. Pass236,306 miles (+1,680)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    236,306 miles
    Test number
    712872064517
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass234,626 miles (+39)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    234,626 miles
    Test number
    749224005540
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail234,587 miles (+1,481)12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,587 miles
    Test number
    402842631064
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass233,106 miles (+1,037)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    233,106 miles
    Test number
    710899108922
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral no obligatory mirror missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to caliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass232,069 miles (+130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    232,069 miles
    Test number
    515455957903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass231,939 miles (+987)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    231,939 miles
    Test number
    781438526767
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass230,952 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    230,952 miles
    Test number
    391305809635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail230,950 miles (+1,722)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,950 miles
    Test number
    657229604951
    • MajorBrake cable damaged front handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass229,228 miles (+2,713)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    229,228 miles
    Test number
    835984028096
    • AdvisoryFront flexi hoses perished
    • AdvisoryFront inner cv boots perised
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake stiff to pull
  14. Pass226,515 miles (+3,814)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    226,515 miles
    Test number
    698204546358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass222,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    222,701 miles
    Test number
    759986065012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail222,701 miles (+1,883)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,701 miles
    Test number
    887828855058
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass220,818 miles (+9,944)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    220,818 miles
    Test number
    198774864460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust brakets very corroided
  18. Pass210,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    210,874 miles
    Test number
    637928732050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail210,865 miles (+8,698)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,865 miles
    Test number
    667048432080
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass202,167 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    202,167 miles
    Test number
    911916430323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail201,810 miles (+7,533)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,810 miles
    Test number
    384253520329
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  22. Pass194,277 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    194,277 miles
    Test number
    100998539383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail194,021 miles (+8,229)7 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,021 miles
    Test number
    242434529371
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass185,792 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    185,792 miles
    Test number
    174282008356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail185,778 miles (+11,399)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,778 miles
    Test number
    203238598231
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  26. Pass174,379 miles (+6,210)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    174,379 miles
    Test number
    630214137270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass168,169 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    168,169 miles
    Test number
    581975136276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass160,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    160,236 miles
    Test number
    874928535230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S790 KAM

Does S790 KAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S790 KAM is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S790 KAM?
The MOT on S790 KAM is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S790 KAM done?
S790 KAM was recorded at 243,088 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,015 miles a year.
Has S790 KAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 KAM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S790 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 S790 KAM find?
S790 KAM passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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