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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S96 EOBMOT history

S96 EOB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 224,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2024.

S96 EOB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2025
Mileage
224,884 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 EOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2025
Latest MOT test
17 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 EOB was last recorded at 224,884 miles on 17 May 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,866 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 224,884 miles
  • 2023 – 215,277 miles
  • 2022 – 205,626 miles
  • 2021 – 203,335 miles
  • 2020 – 200,240 miles
  • 2019 – 192,461 miles
  • 2018 – 184,689 miles
  • 2017 – 178,631 miles
  • 2016 – 169,381 miles
  • 2015 – 161,778 miles
  • 2014 – 151,382 miles
  • 2013 – 146,496 miles
  • 2012 – 144,580 miles
  • 2011 – 142,394 miles
  • 2010 – 139,954 miles
  • 2009 – 138,116 miles
  • 2008 – 136,658 miles
  • 2007 – 135,964 miles
  • 2006 – 133,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,884 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySmoke reduced but still emits light smoke when hot

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,884 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    224,884 miles
    Test number
    927805978647
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySmoke reduced but still emits light smoke when hot

  2. Fail224,866 miles (+9,589)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,866 miles
    Test number
    953216025915
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass215,277 miles (+29)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    215,277 miles
    Test number
    785465978270
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail215,248 miles (+9,622)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,248 miles
    Test number
    849931900324
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass205,626 miles (+10)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    205,626 miles
    Test number
    545136022310
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S & N/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S & N/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic lower drivers seat trim fouling parking brake lever when pulled
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail205,616 miles (+2,281)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,616 miles
    Test number
    773560521112
    • MajorNearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Fuel flap (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill & floor panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch/sill joint (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced Parking & stop lamps wired wrong way around (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S & N/S (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S & N/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic lower drivers seat trim fouling parking brake lever when pulled
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail203,335 miles (+3,095)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,335 miles
    Test number
    592157664454
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass200,240 miles (+7,779)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    200,240 miles
    Test number
    757930372344
    • 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. Pass192,461 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,461 miles
    Test number
    986136460979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  10. Fail192,438 miles (+7,749)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,438 miles
    Test number
    478213131587
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  11. Pass184,689 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    184,689 miles
    Test number
    305828012102
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail184,689 miles (+6,058)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,689 miles
    Test number
    823113640006
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass178,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    178,631 miles
    Test number
    600144203103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  14. Fail178,630 miles (+9,249)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,630 miles
    Test number
    901944650758
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  15. Pass169,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    169,381 miles
    Test number
    931375924434
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail169,381 miles (+7,603)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,381 miles
    Test number
    323231726232
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ends by tank (both) (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass161,778 miles (+10,396)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    161,778 miles
    Test number
    454560164618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass151,382 miles (+4,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    151,382 miles
    Test number
    307951794476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass146,496 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    146,496 miles
    Test number
    549600283261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass144,580 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    144,580 miles
    Test number
    668745562261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass142,394 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    142,394 miles
    Test number
    216107681208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass139,954 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    139,954 miles
    Test number
    673097780207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail139,943 miles (+1,827)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,943 miles
    Test number
    340084380268
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass138,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    138,116 miles
    Test number
    142237089240
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail138,116 miles (+1,458)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,116 miles
    Test number
    301327889445
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass136,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    136,658 miles
    Test number
    612219488281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail136,658 miles (+694)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,658 miles
    Test number
    682889188284
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass135,964 miles (+2,426)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    135,964 miles
    Test number
    490072467263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass133,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    133,538 miles
    Test number
    702742696232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail133,538 miles (+8)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,538 miles
    Test number
    551211596243
    • DangerousOffside drive shaft loose in c/v joint
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  31. Fail133,530 miles9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,530 miles
    Test number
    640784466249
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S96 EOB

Does S96 EOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S96 EOB expired on 23 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S96 EOB?
The MOT on S96 EOB expired on 23 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S96 EOB done?
S96 EOB was recorded at 224,884 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2024, an average of 5,175 miles a year.
Has S96 EOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 EOB has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S96 EOB 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 S96 EOB find?
S96 EOB passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2024 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear; smoke reduced but still emits light smoke when hot.

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