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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S94 RMBMOT history

S94 RMB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 278,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

S94 RMB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
278,205 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
10,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S94 RMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S94 RMB was last recorded at 278,205 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 11,658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,547 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,658 miles
Average per year
10,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 278,205 miles
  • 2025 – 266,547 miles
  • 2024 – 250,601 miles
  • 2023 – 229,998 miles
  • 2021 – 212,380 miles
  • 2020 – 197,461 miles
  • 2019 – 175,814 miles
  • 2018 – 162,119 miles
  • 2017 – 146,722 miles
  • 2016 – 135,914 miles
  • 2015 – 125,375 miles
  • 2014 – 123,946 miles
  • 2013 – 118,435 miles
  • 2012 – 112,735 miles
  • 2011 – 106,508 miles
  • 2010 – 98,642 miles
  • 2009 – 92,770 miles
  • 2008 – 88,043 miles
  • 2007 – 83,178 miles
  • 2006 – 75,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,205 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside floor/chassis corroded but outside precribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

37 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass278,205 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    278,205 miles
    Test number
    944350185555
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail278,203 miles (+11,656)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,203 miles
    Test number
    736029543838
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass266,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    266,547 miles
    Test number
    346723899401
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective cat section (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail266,547 miles (+15,946)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,547 miles
    Test number
    965625140523
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure tailbox broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective cat section (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass250,601 miles (+168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    250,601 miles
    Test number
    319948582577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor/chassis corroded but outside precribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail250,433 miles (+20,435)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,433 miles
    Test number
    732584432491
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor/chassis corroded but outside precribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass229,998 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    229,998 miles
    Test number
    968061017659
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rearward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (and perishing) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (and perishing) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail229,998 miles (+17,618)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,998 miles
    Test number
    670125549548
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (outer arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (outer arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rearward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass212,380 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    212,380 miles
    Test number
    425110995888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail212,373 miles (+14,904)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,373 miles
    Test number
    642152087539
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired spring broken (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass197,469 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    197,469 miles
    Test number
    756933901074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail197,461 miles (+21,647)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,461 miles
    Test number
    623789220285
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass175,814 miles (+13,695)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    175,814 miles
    Test number
    697872548774
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass162,119 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    162,119 miles
    Test number
    122941473735
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail162,047 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,047 miles
    Test number
    809161485086
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail162,047 miles (+15,325)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,047 miles
    Test number
    179689808848
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass146,722 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    146,722 miles
    Test number
    517872705633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  18. Fail146,713 miles (+10,799)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,713 miles
    Test number
    307790407207
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  19. Pass135,914 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    135,914 miles
    Test number
    749066960342
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play play in inner rack ball joints (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  20. Fail135,906 miles (+10,531)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,906 miles
    Test number
    920623554859
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested emissions not tested , oil level to high (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play play in inner rack ball joints (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  21. Pass125,375 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    617856265116
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteParking brake return spring broken[on cables]

  22. Fail125,375 miles (+1,429)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    366506265184
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteParking brake return spring broken[on cables]

  23. Pass123,946 miles (+5,511)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,946 miles
    Test number
    747727264161
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s washer weak // handbrake return spring broken but operation ok // front crossmember behind bumper corroded // front tyre treads perishing // play in n/s steering rack // corrosion by rear shock top mounts

  24. Pass118,435 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,435 miles
    Test number
    116282463160
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s floor
    • NoteParking brake spring broken

  25. Fail118,435 miles (+5,700)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,435 miles
    Test number
    119022463132
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s floor
    • NoteParking brake spring broken

  26. Pass112,735 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    775887732112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHand brake centre rod return spring broken
    • NoteSlight movement n/s inner steering rack

  27. Fail112,735 miles (+6,227)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    527917332184
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • NoteHand brake centre rod return spring broken
    • NoteSlight movement n/s inner steering rack

  28. Pass106,508 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,508 miles
    Test number
    516392051194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cut on tread area

  29. Fail106,508 miles (+7,866)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,508 miles
    Test number
    267042851128
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cut on tread area

  30. Pass98,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,642 miles
    Test number
    833113090079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail98,642 miles (+5,872)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,642 miles
    Test number
    550101190086
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass92,770 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,770 miles
    Test number
    160756589016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteBroken retaining spring on parking cable bracket

  33. Fail92,770 miles (+4,727)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,770 miles
    Test number
    943696989083
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteBroken retaining spring on parking cable bracket

  34. Pass88,043 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    771520638111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass83,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    83,178 miles
    Test number
    881053947140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  36. Fail83,178 miles (+8,029)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,178 miles
    Test number
    563492547104
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  37. Pass75,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    104790046018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S94 RMB

Does S94 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S94 RMB is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S94 RMB?
The MOT on S94 RMB is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S94 RMB done?
S94 RMB was recorded at 278,205 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 10,176 miles a year.
Has S94 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S94 RMB has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S94 RMB 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 S94 RMB find?
S94 RMB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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