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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc

S96 LBWMOT history

S96 LBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 61,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

S96 LBW white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,999 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 LBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 LBW was last recorded at 61,999 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 1,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,798 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,201 miles
Average per year
1,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,999 miles
  • 2025 – 60,798 miles
  • 2024 – 59,568 miles
  • 2022 – 59,111 miles
  • 2019 – 59,076 miles
  • 2018 – 59,006 miles
  • 2017 – 58,856 miles
  • 2016 – 58,776 miles
  • 2015 – 58,211 miles
  • 2014 – 57,416 miles
  • 2013 – 57,144 miles
  • 2012 – 56,490 miles
  • 2011 – 56,306 miles
  • 2010 – 56,190 miles
  • 2009 – 51,876 miles
  • 2008 – 51,416 miles
  • 2007 – 46,628 miles
  • 2006 – 41,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,999 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,999 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,999 miles
    Test number
    921088195364
    • 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))

  2. Fail61,999 miles (+1,201)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,999 miles
    Test number
    990081872875
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass60,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,798 miles
    Test number
    979692609656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail60,798 miles (+1,230)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,798 miles
    Test number
    139320899574
    • Repaired at testFront All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass59,568 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,568 miles
    Test number
    100874861269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,111 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    59,111 miles
    Test number
    137227431125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass59,076 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,076 miles
    Test number
    614433131408
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass59,006 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    59,006 miles
    Test number
    461851773585
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass58,856 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,856 miles
    Test number
    213129986944
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass58,776 miles (+565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,776 miles
    Test number
    634400547535
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass58,211 miles (+795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    667208668687
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints

  12. Pass57,416 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,416 miles
    Test number
    365256184240
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail57,415 miles (+271)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,415 miles
    Test number
    486696384206
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass57,144 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,144 miles
    Test number
    449591603366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,490 miles
    Test number
    626671092243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,489 miles (+183)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,489 miles
    Test number
    359011992412
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass56,306 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,306 miles
    Test number
    315815501371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,190 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,190 miles
    Test number
    933539890234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,876 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    354510889421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,416 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,416 miles
    Test number
    543208008343
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass51,416 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,416 miles
    Test number
    603088208355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,628 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,628 miles
    Test number
    153290317382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    41,979 miles
    Test number
    412421816391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S96 LBW

Does S96 LBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S96 LBW is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S96 LBW?
The MOT on S96 LBW is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S96 LBW done?
S96 LBW was recorded at 61,999 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 1,036 miles a year.
Has S96 LBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 LBW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S96 LBW 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 LBW find?
S96 LBW passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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