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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S79 BVOMOT history

S79 BVO is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 219,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

S79 BVO green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
219,487 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 BVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 BVO was last recorded at 219,487 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2015: 196,661 miles, lower than 285,630 miles on 3 Dec 2014.

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
219,485 miles · 4 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,487 miles
  • 2025 – 217,231 miles
  • 2024 – 214,938 miles
  • 2023 – 213,320 miles
  • 2022 – 212,018 miles
  • 2021 – 208,653 miles
  • 2020 – 207,687 miles
  • 2019 – 204,020 miles
  • 2018 – 202,915 miles
  • 2015 – 196,900 miles
  • 2014 – 285,630 miles
  • 2013 – 266,455 miles
  • 2012 – 24,538 miles
  • 2011 – 219,365 miles
  • 2010 – 193,574 miles
  • 2009 – 173,372 miles
  • 2008 – 155,576 miles
  • 2007 – 143,552 miles
  • 2006 – 138,197 miles
  • 2005 – 134,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,487 miles
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction tint on upper windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive servo body (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,487 miles (+2)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    219,487 miles
    Test number
    503263547056
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction tint on upper windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive servo body (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail219,485 miles (+2,254)1 dangerous7 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,485 miles
    Test number
    475752367521
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached outer (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction tint on upper windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive servo body (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass217,231 miles (+2,293)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    217,231 miles
    Test number
    947978286442
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged slight wear off of handbrake cable (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view upper windscreen (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive servo body (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch tub to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch tub to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumper bars corroded
  4. Pass214,938 miles (+1,618)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    214,938 miles
    Test number
    363752659464
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front bumper bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass213,320 miles (+1,302)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    213,320 miles
    Test number
    154876554036
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT LOWER BUMPER BAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR LOWER PANEL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass212,018 miles (+3,365)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    212,018 miles
    Test number
    688930957319
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass208,653 miles (+966)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    208,653 miles
    Test number
    615840717014
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  8. Pass207,687 miles (+3,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    207,687 miles
    Test number
    649512730610
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass204,020 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    204,020 miles
    Test number
    383736738507
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Fail204,018 miles (+1,103)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,018 miles
    Test number
    293519763982
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass202,915 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    202,915 miles
    Test number
    533225195539
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rubbers cracking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Fail202,905 miles (+6,005)2 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,905 miles
    Test number
    353130564666
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rubbers cracking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Pass196,900 miles (+239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    196,900 miles
    Test number
    897559512582
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to back, from load valve to rear flexi's (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail196,661 miles (-88,969)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,661 miles
    Test number
    280506689516
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to back, from load valve to rear flexi's (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass285,630 miles (+111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    285,630 miles
    Test number
    615847634385
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Fail285,519 miles (+19,064)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    285,519 miles
    Test number
    897590734347
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass266,455 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    266,455 miles
    Test number
    799482333316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail266,447 miles (+241,909)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,447 miles
    Test number
    918889823312
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake cable frayed
  19. Pass24,538 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,538 miles
    Test number
    487701122460
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBrake advisories due to weight of vehicle vosa brake test weight is 1720 kg actual weight is 2240 kg
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped and worn advise full check over
    • NoteVehicle very difficult to engage reverse gear
  20. Fail245,036 miles (+25,671)5 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,036 miles
    Test number
    418951922423
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyre low on tread
    • NoteBrake advisories due to weight of vehicle vosa brake test weight is 1720 kg actual weight is 2240 kg
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped and worn advise full check over
    • NoteVehicle very difficult to engage reverse gear
  21. Pass219,365 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    219,365 miles
    Test number
    929775931323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail219,188 miles (+25,614)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,188 miles
    Test number
    468912531489
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  23. Pass193,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    193,574 miles
    Test number
    411790830333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail193,574 miles (+20,202)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,574 miles
    Test number
    500649920382
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Note(advise) gear engaugment for reverse very stiff
    • Note(advise) intercooler insecure mtg brakets bolts missing (reccomend to be secured )
    • Note(advise) n/s/r tyre outer edge scrubing of and approaching limits
    • Note(advise) o/s/r tyre on 2mm tread wear indicators getting close to limits reccomend tyre replacment near future 195 70 15 c
    • Note(advise) tail pipe ends corroded and breaking away
    • Note(advise) windscreen scratch full length of screen on drivers side outside of wiped area and not obscuring driver vision in anyway
  25. Pass173,372 miles (+84)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    173,372 miles
    Test number
    823371939397
    • NoteNearside front bottom ball joint dust cover split
  26. Fail173,288 miles (+17,712)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,288 miles
    Test number
    202667929373
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front bottom ball joint dust cover split
  27. Fail155,576 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,576 miles
    Test number
    530102428351
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
  28. Pass155,576 miles (+12,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    155,576 miles
    Test number
    814892228394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
  29. Pass143,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    143,552 miles
    Test number
    454499537471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail143,552 miles (+5,355)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,552 miles
    Test number
    634118137378
    • FailureFront Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in steerin rack wishbone bushes front perrished no movement
  31. Pass138,197 miles (+4,183)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    138,197 miles
    Test number
    114880646376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass134,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    134,014 miles
    Test number
    403662245402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail134,014 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,014 miles
    Test number
    983122745331
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S79 BVO

Does S79 BVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 BVO is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S79 BVO?
The MOT on S79 BVO is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S79 BVO done?
S79 BVO was recorded at 219,487 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 4,153 miles a year.
Has S79 BVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 BVO has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S79 BVO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S79 BVO find?
S79 BVO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction tint on upper windscreen; brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive servo body; front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached, and 11 more.

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