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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

S96 EWYMOT history

S96 EWY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 157,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

S96 EWY white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,735 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 EWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 EWY was last recorded at 157,735 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 1,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,162 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,573 miles
Average per year
4,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,735 miles
  • 2025 – 156,162 miles
  • 2024 – 155,496 miles
  • 2023 – 153,639 miles
  • 2022 – 151,696 miles
  • 2021 – 149,604 miles
  • 2020 – 147,811 miles
  • 2019 – 146,038 miles
  • 2017 – 140,409 miles
  • 2016 – 132,379 miles
  • 2015 – 125,484 miles
  • 2014 – 108,113 miles
  • 2013 – 106,955 miles
  • 2012 – 104,650 miles
  • 2011 – 103,461 miles
  • 2010 – 98,579 miles
  • 2009 – 94,581 miles
  • 2008 – 89,195 miles
  • 2007 – 78,533 miles
  • 2006 – 68,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,735 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
  • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded
  • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,735 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,735 miles
    Test number
    271347496807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints

  2. Fail157,735 miles (+1,573)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,735 miles
    Test number
    263814794206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints

  3. Pass156,162 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    156,162 miles
    Test number
    107369188157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail156,162 miles (+666)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,162 miles
    Test number
    452716246737
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass155,496 miles2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    155,496 miles
    Test number
    135905971969
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail155,496 miles (+1,857)5 major3 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,496 miles
    Test number
    259488721697
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass153,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,639 miles
    Test number
    130651069788
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail153,639 miles (+1,943)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,639 miles
    Test number
    933898187163
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,696 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,696 miles
    Test number
    498245354956
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail151,696 miles (+2,092)8 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,696 miles
    Test number
    371478980519
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested OSF tyre pressure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested OSF tyre pressure (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass149,604 miles (+1,793)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,604 miles
    Test number
    592053448253
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front blades smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe just behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passengers seat swivel base has considerable movement within mechanism
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside & offside
    • AdvisorySuspect conical type wheel bolts fitted to taper seat wheels

  12. Pass147,811 miles (+1,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,811 miles
    Test number
    608650434701
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass146,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,038 miles
    Test number
    195397482882
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail146,038 miles (+5,629)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,038 miles
    Test number
    259881057898
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass140,409 miles (+8,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,409 miles
    Test number
    921536884969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass132,379 miles (+6,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    132,379 miles
    Test number
    709534637053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight wheel bearing noise
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tie-rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in tie-rod

  17. Pass125,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    968287132064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail125,484 miles (+4,180)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    291424884820
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  19. Pass121,304 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    121,304 miles
    Test number
    288814415490
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail121,304 miles (+13,191)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,304 miles
    Test number
    289671215142
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll Tyre valves deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake pads low and deteriorated
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass108,113 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,113 miles
    Test number
    169764704134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass106,955 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,955 miles
    Test number
    929081403114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,650 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,650 miles
    Test number
    755855102172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass103,461 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    129317211409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass98,579 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    98,579 miles
    Test number
    134178810021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass94,581 miles (+5,386)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    94,581 miles
    Test number
    724068209082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,195 miles (+10,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    89,195 miles
    Test number
    190282728010
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose at front.

  28. Pass78,533 miles (+9,572)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    78,533 miles
    Test number
    992824227034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    68,961 miles
    Test number
    771365726006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail68,961 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,961 miles
    Test number
    551325526055
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about S96 EWY

Does S96 EWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S96 EWY is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S96 EWY?
The MOT on S96 EWY is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S96 EWY done?
S96 EWY was recorded at 157,735 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,404 miles a year.
Has S96 EWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 EWY has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S96 EWY 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 EWY find?
S96 EWY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake backing plate corroded; offside rear brake backing plate missing; offside rear brake binding slightly, and 4 more.

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