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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S95 RMBMOT history

S95 RMB is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

S95 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 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,997 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S95 RMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S95 RMB was last recorded at 168,997 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,965 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
4,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,997 miles
  • 2025 – 165,494 miles
  • 2024 – 159,383 miles
  • 2023 – 159,101 miles
  • 2022 – 157,921 miles
  • 2021 – 155,736 miles
  • 2020 – 154,054 miles
  • 2019 – 152,119 miles
  • 2018 – 146,956 miles
  • 2017 – 142,643 miles
  • 2016 – 137,910 miles
  • 2015 – 131,254 miles
  • 2014 – 125,799 miles
  • 2013 – 120,104 miles
  • 2012 – 115,046 miles
  • 2011 – 107,827 miles
  • 2010 – 100,280 miles
  • 2009 – 92,814 miles
  • 2008 – 86,786 miles
  • 2007 – 79,447 miles
  • 2006 – 70,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,997 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive washer bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside & offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside nearside inner sill corroded & holed but not in prescribed area
  • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded & holed but not in prescribed area (side door)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded nearside & offside
  • AdvisoryTowbar corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2016–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,997 miles (+32)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,997 miles
    Test number
    156540088409
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive washer bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside & offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside inner sill corroded & holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded & holed but not in prescribed area (side door)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  2. Fail168,965 miles (+3,471)5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,965 miles
    Test number
    525302261051
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive washers (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play offside & nearside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded & holed (side door)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear shocks corroded nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryFront & rear valance corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded

  3. Pass165,494 miles (+6,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    165,494 miles
    Test number
    728212948805
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play in both front inner steering arm joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight service brake imbalance LHR. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Front exhaust mount weak. (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass159,383 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    159,383 miles
    Test number
    450958180211
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail159,343 miles (+242)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,343 miles
    Test number
    141563170040
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill have hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass159,101 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,101 miles
    Test number
    977930953749
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front & Rear All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Valance Corroded Not Structure

  7. Fail159,101 miles (+1,180)2 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,101 miles
    Test number
    103276780053
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking Diesel Spill Pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front & Rear All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Valance Corroded Not Structure

  8. Pass157,921 miles (+2,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    157,921 miles
    Test number
    356116908142
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All On Vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Valance Corroded Not Structure

  9. Pass155,736 miles (+1,682)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    155,736 miles
    Test number
    741030416235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass154,054 miles (+1,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    154,054 miles
    Test number
    464604631837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass152,119 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,119 miles
    Test number
    473262089809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside outer sills showing signs of corrosion

  12. Fail152,119 miles (+5,163)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,119 miles
    Test number
    489075402470
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside outer sills showing signs of corrosion

  13. Pass146,956 miles (+4,313)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    146,956 miles
    Test number
    162650094342
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass142,643 miles (+4,733)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    142,643 miles
    Test number
    473595792962
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass137,910 miles (+6,656)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    137,910 miles
    Test number
    267499745430
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass131,254 miles (+5,455)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    131,254 miles
    Test number
    458631244052
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside & nearside tie rods

  17. Pass125,799 miles (+5,695)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    125,799 miles
    Test number
    498698024437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail120,104 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,104 miles
    Test number
    509342723311
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass120,104 miles (+5,058)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    120,104 miles
    Test number
    779172023383
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass115,046 miles (+7,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,046 miles
    Test number
    457721932495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,827 miles (+7,547)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    107,827 miles
    Test number
    876845021317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,280 miles (+7,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    100,280 miles
    Test number
    973056820356
    • NoteOffside & nearside tie rods have slight play

  23. Pass92,814 miles (+46)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    92,814 miles
    Test number
    442598129363
    • NoteSlight play in nearside tie rod

  24. Fail92,768 miles (+5,982)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,768 miles
    Test number
    633217929365
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside tie rod

  25. Pass86,786 miles (+7,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    86,786 miles
    Test number
    390581238326
    • NoteOffside & nearside tie rods slight play

  26. Pass79,447 miles (+8,643)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    213397617311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,804 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    70,804 miles
    Test number
    781689716395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,790 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,790 miles
    Test number
    103748016370
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S95 RMB

Does S95 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S95 RMB is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S95 RMB?
The MOT on S95 RMB is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S95 RMB done?
S95 RMB was recorded at 168,997 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 4,931 miles a year.
Has S95 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S95 RMB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S95 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 S95 RMB find?
S95 RMB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; fluid leak, but not excessive washer bottle, and 10 more.

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