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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

S794 NFJMOT history

S794 NFJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 39 MOT tests, with 177,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

S794 NFJ blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,905 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
39
21 passed · 18 failed
Per year
5,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S794 NFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S794 NFJ was last recorded at 177,905 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 2,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,577 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,328 miles
Average per year
5,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,905 miles
  • 2025 – 175,577 miles
  • 2024 – 171,456 miles
  • 2023 – 163,584 miles
  • 2022 – 151,896 miles
  • 2021 – 143,706 miles
  • 2020 – 136,261 miles
  • 2019 – 128,039 miles
  • 2018 – 119,432 miles
  • 2017 – 115,459 miles
  • 2016 – 106,984 miles
  • 2015 – 101,255 miles
  • 2014 – 95,450 miles
  • 2013 – 90,774 miles
  • 2012 – 87,210 miles
  • 2011 – 82,658 miles
  • 2010 – 77,638 miles
  • 2009 – 73,065 miles
  • 2008 – 67,861 miles
  • 2007 – 64,045 miles
  • 2006 – 59,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,905 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass177,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,905 miles
    Test number
    764310044102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail177,905 miles (+2,328)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,905 miles
    Test number
    440483805013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass175,577 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,577 miles
    Test number
    582022902325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail175,558 miles (+4,102)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,558 miles
    Test number
    100437086380
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass171,456 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,456 miles
    Test number
    251505710417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn on inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail171,448 miles (+7,864)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,448 miles
    Test number
    710942243905
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Fuel down front of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside worn on inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass163,584 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    163,584 miles
    Test number
    343042063953
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

  8. Fail163,584 miles (+11,688)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,584 miles
    Test number
    597886765221
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside

  9. Pass151,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,896 miles
    Test number
    934302360183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail151,896 miles (+8,190)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,896 miles
    Test number
    218990073029
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass143,706 miles (+7,445)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,706 miles
    Test number
    110870247693
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake hoses perishing.

  12. Pass136,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    587325853718
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing : - keep in check.

  13. Fail136,261 miles (+8,222)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    548366587686
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing : - keep in check.

  14. Pass128,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,039 miles
    Test number
    403430313591
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f rack
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes slight play

  15. Fail128,039 miles (+8,607)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,039 miles
    Test number
    619026638533
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f rack
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes slight play

  16. Pass119,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,432 miles
    Test number
    915076373573
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail119,432 miles (+3,973)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,432 miles
    Test number
    888160373756
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass115,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,459 miles
    Test number
    328065043939
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre wearing uneven

  19. Fail115,459 miles (+8,475)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,459 miles
    Test number
    795229140867
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre wearing uneven

  20. Pass106,984 miles (+5,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,984 miles
    Test number
    511744893415
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass101,255 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,255 miles
    Test number
    275040015152
    • NoteNs handbrake lever not returning fully
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber broken
    • NoteWiper stalk damaged

  22. Fail101,255 miles (+5,805)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,255 miles
    Test number
    897080415181
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNs handbrake lever not returning fully
    • NoteWiper stalk damaged

  23. Pass95,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    95,450 miles
    Test number
    905387994088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail95,450 miles (+4,676)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,450 miles
    Test number
    879327494096
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass90,774 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,774 miles
    Test number
    897475403199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail90,774 miles (+3,564)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,774 miles
    Test number
    637503193061
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass87,210 miles (+4,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,210 miles
    Test number
    107268582416
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass82,658 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,658 miles
    Test number
    699252601112
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  29. Fail82,418 miles (+4,780)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,418 miles
    Test number
    578544091090
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass77,638 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,638 miles
    Test number
    660308910157
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  31. Fail77,581 miles (+4,516)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,581 miles
    Test number
    250357810153
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  32. Pass73,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    214678919434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail73,065 miles (+5,204)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    264758219457
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  34. Pass67,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,861 miles
    Test number
    183240388414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail67,861 miles (+3,816)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,861 miles
    Test number
    783500088045
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  36. Pass64,045 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,045 miles
    Test number
    831107587022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail64,040 miles (+4,521)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,040 miles
    Test number
    971746187055
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  38. Pass59,519 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    120468686481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Fail59,474 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,474 miles
    Test number
    220107586054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cut in side wall

Questions about S794 NFJ

Does S794 NFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S794 NFJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S794 NFJ?
The MOT on S794 NFJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S794 NFJ done?
S794 NFJ was recorded at 177,905 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,903 miles a year.
Has S794 NFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S794 NFJ has failed 18 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S794 NFJ 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 S794 NFJ find?
S794 NFJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component ball joint has slight play; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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