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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S97 BFCMOT history

S97 BFC is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 171,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

S97 BFC green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
171,172 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 BFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 BFC was last recorded at 171,172 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 5,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,481 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,691 miles
Average per year
4,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,172 miles
  • 2024 – 165,481 miles
  • 2023 – 157,478 miles
  • 2022 – 148,786 miles
  • 2021 – 137,157 miles
  • 2020 – 130,226 miles
  • 2019 – 117,036 miles
  • 2018 – 107,862 miles
  • 2017 – 96,657 miles
  • 2016 – 86,975 miles
  • 2015 – 86,498 miles
  • 2014 – 85,155 miles
  • 2013 – 83,184 miles
  • 2012 – 81,835 miles
  • 2011 – 80,466 miles
  • 2010 – 79,275 miles
  • 2009 – 78,866 miles
  • 2008 – 78,384 miles
  • 2007 – 77,022 miles
  • 2006 – 76,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,172 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front inner sill corrosion not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Side repeater missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,172 miles (+5,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    171,172 miles
    Test number
    510767567242
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass165,481 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    165,481 miles
    Test number
    423890355526
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corrosion not excessive

  3. Fail165,480 miles (+8,002)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,480 miles
    Test number
    743530399067
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corrosion not excessive
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass157,478 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    157,478 miles
    Test number
    269290263470
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail157,469 miles (+8,683)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,469 miles
    Test number
    735483159663
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass148,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,786 miles
    Test number
    358743679664
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail148,786 miles (+14)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,786 miles
    Test number
    833450347526
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail148,772 miles (+11,615)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,772 miles
    Test number
    207318856583
    • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass137,157 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,157 miles
    Test number
    299927314655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fDED faded (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail137,154 miles (+6,928)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,154 miles
    Test number
    539936125498
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fDED faded (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass130,226 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,226 miles
    Test number
    406220434863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail130,213 miles (+13,177)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,213 miles
    Test number
    278722295864
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe from dpf (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass117,036 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,036 miles
    Test number
    652957293358
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail117,034 miles (+9,172)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    711484590982
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass107,862 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,862 miles
    Test number
    303174322805
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Fail107,861 miles (+11,204)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,861 miles
    Test number
    419054462690
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Pass96,657 miles (+9,682)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,657 miles
    Test number
    510965479718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,975 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,975 miles
    Test number
    369291559867
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/f headlight glass stone chip in glass

  19. Fail86,975 miles (+477)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,975 miles
    Test number
    209716733417
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to age related cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre showing age related cracks in tread but no cords showing at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s/f headlight glass stone chip in glass

  20. Pass86,498 miles (+1,343)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,498 miles
    Test number
    265016745170
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F fog light loose + n/w
    • NoteN/S/R tyre starting to perish
    • NoteO/S/F headlight stone chip in glass
    • NoteO/S/R tyre very cracked due to age but no cords showing at time of test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass85,155 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    247576724431
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F fog light loose & n/w
    • NoteO/S/F headlight glass stone chiped but not affecting beam pattern
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perishing

  22. Fail85,155 miles (+1,971)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    705956924182
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F fog light loose & n/w
    • NoteO/S/F headlight glass stone chiped but not affecting beam pattern
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perishing

  23. Pass83,184 miles (+1,349)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,184 miles
    Test number
    115358323180
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp loose.
    • NoteRegistration plate lamps discoloured.

  24. Pass81,835 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,835 miles
    Test number
    865116842160
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged but secure
    • NoteN/S/F fog light loose
    • NoteO/S/F head light stone chip to head light glass
    • NoteO/S/R + N/S/R number plate lights very poor but still working

  25. Fail81,835 miles (+1,369)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,835 miles
    Test number
    539426242179
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged but secure
    • NoteN/S/F fog light loose
    • NoteO/S/F head light stone chip to head light glass
    • NoteO/S/R + N/S/R number plate lights very poor but still working

  26. Pass80,466 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    285701641118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,275 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,275 miles
    Test number
    952624540148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass78,866 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,866 miles
    Test number
    203376449486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,384 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,384 miles
    Test number
    134252048153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass77,022 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    77,022 miles
    Test number
    282163027056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass76,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    76,195 miles
    Test number
    902412746092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S97 BFC

Does S97 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S97 BFC expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S97 BFC?
The MOT on S97 BFC expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S97 BFC done?
S97 BFC was recorded at 171,172 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 4,823 miles a year.
Has S97 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 BFC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S97 BFC 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 S97 BFC find?
S97 BFC passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded.

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