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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S89 BFCMOT history

S89 BFC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 267,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

S89 BFC grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
267,048 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 BFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 BFC was last recorded at 267,048 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
267,033 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 267,048 miles
  • 2024 – 262,926 miles
  • 2022 – 257,693 miles
  • 2021 – 253,734 miles
  • 2020 – 246,369 miles
  • 2019 – 239,796 miles
  • 2018 – 229,422 miles
  • 2017 – 217,781 miles
  • 2016 – 208,264 miles
  • 2015 – 200,620 miles
  • 2014 – 193,703 miles
  • 2013 – 187,035 miles
  • 2012 – 178,677 miles
  • 2011 – 166,124 miles
  • 2010 – 155,528 miles
  • 2009 – 146,143 miles
  • 2008 – 137,842 miles
  • 2007 – 129,134 miles
  • 2006 – 115,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,048 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryAll welded repairs and rear inner wheelarches heaverley undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Corrosion to nearside by fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,048 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    267,048 miles
    Test number
    660269136049
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll welded repairs and rear inner wheelarches heaverley undersealed

  2. Fail267,033 miles (+4,107)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,033 miles
    Test number
    508803819703
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll welded repairs and rear inner wheelarches heaverley undersealed

  3. Pass262,926 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    262,926 miles
    Test number
    310974301215
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside under wheel arch corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear damper mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside under sill corrosion

  4. Fail262,926 miles (+5,233)8 major21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,926 miles
    Test number
    900837602171
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement on caliper and park brake low effort (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside under wheel arch corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear damper mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside under sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass257,693 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    257,693 miles
    Test number
    509680198239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass253,734 miles (+7,365)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    253,734 miles
    Test number
    957001481113
    • AdvisoryH/BRAKE LEVER LONG TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryHORN WEAK TONE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BY HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BY HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DIP BEAM SLIGHTLY LOW
    • AdvisoryOffside Front STEERING RACK INNER JOINT SLIGHT PLAY

  7. Pass246,369 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    246,369 miles
    Test number
    997045560454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front dip beam low
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions only just passed

  8. Fail246,365 miles (+6,569)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,365 miles
    Test number
    525697428053
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front dip beam low
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions only just passed

  9. Pass239,796 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    239,796 miles
    Test number
    381705676977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail239,571 miles (+10,149)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,571 miles
    Test number
    745586683871
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced doorstep under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front inner flitches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long and short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches slightly corroded

  11. Pass229,422 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    229,422 miles
    Test number
    701417681737
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside by fuel tank

  12. Fail229,421 miles (+646)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,421 miles
    Test number
    810536529090
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside by fuel tank

  13. Fail228,775 miles (+10,994)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,775 miles
    Test number
    892459277773
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and offside (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass217,781 miles (+9,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    217,781 miles
    Test number
    579773928397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass208,264 miles (+7,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    208,264 miles
    Test number
    964390970849
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass200,620 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    200,620 miles
    Test number
    120655785793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass193,703 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    193,703 miles
    Test number
    846067894226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail193,674 miles (+6,639)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,674 miles
    Test number
    356135294228
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  19. Pass187,035 miles (+8,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    187,035 miles
    Test number
    535654483238
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass178,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    178,677 miles
    Test number
    618399582289
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail178,677 miles (+12,553)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,677 miles
    Test number
    765629382284
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass166,124 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    166,124 miles
    Test number
    998188581120
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail166,061 miles (+10,533)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,061 miles
    Test number
    738011681162
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass155,528 miles (+17)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    155,528 miles
    Test number
    973480090174
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail155,511 miles (+9,368)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,511 miles
    Test number
    381558580142
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass146,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    146,143 miles
    Test number
    234197499455
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail146,143 miles (+8,301)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,143 miles
    Test number
    523107699174
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass137,842 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    137,842 miles
    Test number
    973759898182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail137,817 miles (+8,683)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,817 miles
    Test number
    254462498460
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  30. Pass129,134 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    493381997108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail128,906 miles (+13,498)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,906 miles
    Test number
    492776487154
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  32. Pass115,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    115,408 miles
    Test number
    851027286106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S89 BFC

Does S89 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 BFC expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 BFC?
The MOT on S89 BFC expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 BFC done?
S89 BFC was recorded at 267,048 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 8,106 miles a year.
Has S89 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 BFC has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S89 BFC 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 S89 BFC find?
S89 BFC passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; all welded repairs and rear inner wheelarches heaverley undersealed.

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