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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V697 EWBMOT history

V697 EWB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

V697 EWB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2026
Mileage
87,638 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 EWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 EWB was last recorded at 87,638 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,638 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,638 miles
  • 2024 – 87,638 miles
  • 2023 – 87,291 miles
  • 2022 – 87,224 miles
  • 2020 – 85,467 miles
  • 2019 – 81,987 miles
  • 2017 – 81,104 miles
  • 2016 – 79,510 miles
  • 2014 – 79,398 miles
  • 2013 – 79,013 miles
  • 2011 – 78,158 miles
  • 2008 – 72,330 miles
  • 2007 – 63,944 miles
  • 2006 – 54,483 miles
  • 2005 – 43,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,638 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Suspension parts corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2008

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,638 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,638 miles
    Test number
    595364505402
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,638 miles (+347)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,638 miles
    Test number
    463479860225
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass87,291 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,291 miles
    Test number
    974443961900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded

  4. Pass87,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,224 miles
    Test number
    160333412296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail87,224 miles (+1,757)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,224 miles
    Test number
    701763723837
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,467 miles
    Test number
    931049403850
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail85,467 miles (+3,480)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,467 miles
    Test number
    814043388115
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,987 miles (+883)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,987 miles
    Test number
    370460777300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,104 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,104 miles
    Test number
    735088106125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,510 miles (+112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,510 miles
    Test number
    391031588440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking on the side walls
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded

  11. Pass79,398 miles (+385)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,398 miles
    Test number
    695082534257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,013 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,013 miles
    Test number
    318862523125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,158 miles (+5,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,158 miles
    Test number
    968673701241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,330 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,330 miles
    Test number
    502569298257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,205 miles (+8,261)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,205 miles
    Test number
    200931798276
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass63,944 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,944 miles
    Test number
    782536697218
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBrake warning light on all the time

  17. Fail63,940 miles (+9,457)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,940 miles
    Test number
    891479987255
    • FailureNearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBrake warning light on all the time

  18. Pass54,483 miles (+11,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    54,483 miles
    Test number
    444646296247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    764064805389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,125 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    181034505351
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V697 EWB

Does V697 EWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V697 EWB expired on 23 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V697 EWB?
The MOT on V697 EWB expired on 23 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V697 EWB done?
V697 EWB was recorded at 87,638 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 2,266 miles a year.
Has V697 EWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 EWB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V697 EWB 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 V697 EWB find?
V697 EWB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 5 more.

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