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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S89 NRBMOT history

S89 NRB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2025.

S89 NRB grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
130,831 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 NRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 NRB was last recorded at 130,831 miles on 2 Apr 2025, 2,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,050 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,781 miles
Average per year
3,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,831 miles
  • 2024 – 128,050 miles
  • 2023 – 125,123 miles
  • 2022 – 122,265 miles
  • 2020 – 122,043 miles
  • 2018 – 116,253 miles
  • 2017 – 113,098 miles
  • 2016 – 109,627 miles
  • 2015 – 103,685 miles
  • 2014 – 99,607 miles
  • 2013 – 94,663 miles
  • 2012 – 89,880 miles
  • 2011 – 83,596 miles
  • 2009 – 81,943 miles
  • 2008 – 77,684 miles
  • 2007 – 69,458 miles
  • 2006 – 59,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,831 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door handle missing but still open (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end and inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached rear bumper support

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,831 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,831 miles
    Test number
    700814361666
    • MinorNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door handle missing but still open (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end and inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,831 miles (+2,781)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,831 miles
    Test number
    873257747998
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door handle missing but still open (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill end and inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,050 miles (+2,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    128,050 miles
    Test number
    697248480695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    125,123 miles
    Test number
    940376601398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,123 miles (+2,858)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,123 miles
    Test number
    740615676321
    • DangerousNearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  6. Pass122,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,265 miles
    Test number
    631491287476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,265 miles (+222)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,265 miles
    Test number
    107536136437
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering valance (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,043 miles (+5,790)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,043 miles
    Test number
    391334818541
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,253 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    116,253 miles
    Test number
    235215966551
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached rear bumper support (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner panel behind step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail116,242 miles (+3,144)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,242 miles
    Test number
    891956982438
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached rear bumper support (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner panel behind step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass113,098 miles (+1,254)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,098 miles
    Test number
    720376603992
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass111,844 miles (+2,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    111,844 miles
    Test number
    323465083219
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass109,627 miles (+5,942)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,627 miles
    Test number
    255862483533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,685 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    636907295087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,607 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    336782524129
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail99,607 miles (+4,944)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    298582924142
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass94,663 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,663 miles
    Test number
    275220323165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail94,663 miles (+4,783)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,663 miles
    Test number
    668515913152
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass89,880 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    285403522447
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail89,880 miles (+6,284)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    516812822106
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass83,596 miles (+1,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,596 miles
    Test number
    949941711139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Fail81,943 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,943 miles
    Test number
    264831319474
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass81,943 miles (+4,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,943 miles
    Test number
    861871519165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass77,684 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,684 miles
    Test number
    433471208167
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Fail77,684 miles (+8,226)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,684 miles
    Test number
    950951608117
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass69,458 miles (+9,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,458 miles
    Test number
    243411207497
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass59,547 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,547 miles
    Test number
    170813196071
    • NoteOsr tyre cracked but not excessively

Questions about S89 NRB

Does S89 NRB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 NRB expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 NRB?
The MOT on S89 NRB expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 NRB done?
S89 NRB was recorded at 130,831 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2025, an average of 3,752 miles a year.
Has S89 NRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 NRB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S89 NRB 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 NRB find?
S89 NRB passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed side door; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end, and 2 more.

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