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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S89 JLPMOT history

S89 JLP is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 203,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

S89 JLP white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
203,142 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 JLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 JLP was last recorded at 203,142 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jul 2022: 179,203 miles, lower than 192,196 miles on 13 Jul 2021.

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
203,142 miles · 15 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,142 miles
  • 2025 – 198,026 miles
  • 2024 – 191,579 miles
  • 2023 – 186,035 miles
  • 2022 – 179,203 miles
  • 2021 – 192,196 miles
  • 2020 – 185,543 miles
  • 2019 – 178,693 miles
  • 2018 – 169,872 miles
  • 2017 – 160,542 miles
  • 2016 – 150,432 miles
  • 2015 – 149,783 miles
  • 2013 – 148,412 miles
  • 2012 – 147,724 miles
  • 2011 – 134,248 miles
  • 2009 – 118,443 miles
  • 2008 – 103,938 miles
  • 2007 – 87,362 miles
  • 2006 – 80,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,142 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/aRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/aRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holedRecorded 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 Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,142 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    203,142 miles
    Test number
    397155553559
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/a
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/a
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holed

  2. Fail203,142 miles (+5,116)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,142 miles
    Test number
    112659617800
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded near fuel tank x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced near fuel tank (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/a
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch holed not within p/a
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded/holed

  3. Pass198,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    198,026 miles
    Test number
    273225512890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail198,026 miles (+6,447)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,026 miles
    Test number
    903232140868
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust system insecure bracket corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass191,579 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    191,579 miles
    Test number
    598341470418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass186,035 miles (+6,832)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    186,035 miles
    Test number
    600969273512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass179,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    179,203 miles
    Test number
    679467012279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail179,203 miles (-12,993)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,203 miles
    Test number
    227927542145
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass192,196 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    192,196 miles
    Test number
    265083160689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,543 miles (+6,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    185,543 miles
    Test number
    886690544903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass178,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    178,693 miles
    Test number
    465360231587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail178,693 miles (+8,821)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,693 miles
    Test number
    360710229693
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass169,872 miles (+9,330)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    169,872 miles
    Test number
    318305821128
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and gaiter deteriorated (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust hanger snapped, but exhaust is secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass160,542 miles (+10,110)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    160,542 miles
    Test number
    428860938026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have uneven wear

  15. Pass150,432 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    150,432 miles
    Test number
    756556812551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass149,783 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,783 miles
    Test number
    986541805280
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly cracking

  17. Fail149,780 miles (+1,368)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,780 miles
    Test number
    279158595108
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly cracking

  18. Pass148,412 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    206284303271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres wearing on the edges

  19. Fail148,412 miles (+688)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    798153793147
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and rear tyres wearing on the edges

  20. Pass147,724 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    147,724 miles
    Test number
    488181502148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on pressure

  21. Fail147,717 miles (+13,469)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,717 miles
    Test number
    688096182068
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on pressure

  22. Pass134,248 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    134,248 miles
    Test number
    248397721018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail134,162 miles (+15,719)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,162 miles
    Test number
    455566621048
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  24. Pass118,443 miles (+14,505)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    118,443 miles
    Test number
    642015069302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass103,938 miles (+16,576)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    103,938 miles
    Test number
    563611748328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,362 miles (+7,326)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    87,362 miles
    Test number
    131174537343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass80,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    80,036 miles
    Test number
    871346826322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,036 miles14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,036 miles
    Test number
    491116126331
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S89 JLP

Does S89 JLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S89 JLP is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S89 JLP?
The MOT on S89 JLP is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S89 JLP done?
S89 JLP was recorded at 203,142 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 6,266 miles a year.
Has S89 JLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 JLP has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S89 JLP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S89 JLP find?
S89 JLP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front inner wheel arch holed not within p/a, and 2 more.

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