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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S797 LRUMOT history

S797 LRU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 225,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S797 LRU blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
225,985 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 LRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 LRU was last recorded at 225,985 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2009: 113,973 miles, lower than 119,530 miles on 6 Oct 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
225,970 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,985 miles
  • 2025 – 218,045 miles
  • 2024 – 211,630 miles
  • 2023 – 200,422 miles
  • 2022 – 200,246 miles
  • 2021 – 193,333 miles
  • 2019 – 190,715 miles
  • 2018 – 187,202 miles
  • 2017 – 184,439 miles
  • 2016 – 184,418 miles
  • 2015 – 178,069 miles
  • 2014 – 170,988 miles
  • 2013 – 158,937 miles
  • 2012 – 148,387 miles
  • 2011 – 135,101 miles
  • 2010 – 120,891 miles
  • 2009 – 113,973 miles
  • 2008 – 119,530 miles
  • 2007 – 106,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,985 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear service brake efficiency only just made requirementsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory13 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,985 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    225,985 miles
    Test number
    579085102502
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efficiency only just made requirements
  2. Fail225,970 miles (+7,925)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,970 miles
    Test number
    997635235717
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wishbone outer mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efficiency only just made requirements
  3. Pass218,045 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    218,045 miles
    Test number
    520039651056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))
  4. Fail218,036 miles (+6,406)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,036 miles
    Test number
    429402175301
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))
  5. Pass211,630 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    211,630 miles
    Test number
    141987482578
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail211,573 miles (+11,151)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,573 miles
    Test number
    172191544314
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass200,422 miles (+62)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    200,422 miles
    Test number
    246172625452
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail200,360 miles (+114)14 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,360 miles
    Test number
    268877031817
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam dip/main (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail200,246 miles (+6,913)14 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,246 miles
    Test number
    532934821986
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  10. Pass193,333 miles (+2,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    193,333 miles
    Test number
    135998807941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
  11. Pass190,715 miles (+3,513)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    190,715 miles
    Test number
    399444553561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass187,202 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    187,202 miles
    Test number
    919035179233
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail187,182 miles (+2,743)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,182 miles
    Test number
    297848589996
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level on minimum
  14. Pass184,439 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    184,439 miles
    Test number
    764992682429
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail184,418 miles (+6,349)1 dangerous8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,418 miles
    Test number
    778817489096
    • DangerousNearside Ball joint has excessive play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp too bright (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  16. Pass178,069 miles (+159)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    178,069 miles
    Test number
    238555270720
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine smokes but not excessive
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak
  17. Fail177,910 miles (+6,922)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,910 miles
    Test number
    185487438978
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement park brake lever not returning (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak
  18. Pass170,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    170,988 miles
    Test number
    659768364266
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail170,988 miles (+12,051)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,988 miles
    Test number
    699386564255
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass158,937 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    158,937 miles
    Test number
    135476773216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers starting to smear screen
  21. Fail158,937 miles (+10,550)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,937 miles
    Test number
    359504973247
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers starting to smear screen
  22. Pass148,387 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    148,387 miles
    Test number
    619833982205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  23. Fail148,332 miles (+13,231)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,332 miles
    Test number
    309297072221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass135,101 miles (+8)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    135,101 miles
    Test number
    728602871267
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise steering wheel fouling the plastic column shroud
  25. Fail135,093 miles (+14,202)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,093 miles
    Test number
    848230471245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise steering wheel fouling the plastic column shroud
  26. Pass120,891 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    323378270225
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  27. Fail120,891 miles (+6,918)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    182838470225
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  28. Pass113,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    424096679265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Fail113,973 miles (-5,557)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    921675879224
    • DangerousSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  30. Pass119,530 miles (+4,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    119,530 miles
    Test number
    973910988215
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  31. Pass115,351 miles (+9,286)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    115,351 miles
    Test number
    881505808092
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
  32. Fail106,065 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    191492807487
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  33. Pass106,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    943322807039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S797 LRU

Does S797 LRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 LRU is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 LRU?
The MOT on S797 LRU is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 LRU done?
S797 LRU was recorded at 225,985 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 6,262 miles a year.
Has S797 LRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 LRU has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 LRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S797 LRU find?
S797 LRU passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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