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Volkswagen Transporter

Beige · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V715 RBKMOT history

V715 RBK is a beige diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

V715 RBK beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
196,979 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V715 RBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V715 RBK was last recorded at 196,979 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,998 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
981 miles
Average per year
5,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,979 miles
  • 2025 – 195,998 miles
  • 2024 – 192,736 miles
  • 2022 – 191,559 miles
  • 2021 – 188,385 miles
  • 2020 – 187,143 miles
  • 2019 – 185,791 miles
  • 2018 – 181,374 miles
  • 2017 – 178,398 miles
  • 2016 – 176,127 miles
  • 2015 – 164,619 miles
  • 2014 – 152,428 miles
  • 2013 – 141,697 miles
  • 2012 – 138,105 miles
  • 2010 – 124,749 miles
  • 2009 – 119,419 miles
  • 2008 – 107,647 miles
  • 2007 – 99,413 miles
  • 2006 – 85,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,979 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass196,979 miles (+981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    196,979 miles
    Test number
    748060549078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass195,998 miles (+3,262)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,998 miles
    Test number
    165037968436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass192,736 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    192,736 miles
    Test number
    661485465346
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill slight corrosion

  4. Fail192,695 miles (+1,136)8 major5 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,695 miles
    Test number
    538622821449
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Brakes imbalanced across an axle osr brake low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass191,559 miles (+3,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,559 miles
    Test number
    142943647499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass188,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    188,385 miles
    Test number
    331051406759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail188,385 miles (+1,242)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,385 miles
    Test number
    690376790696
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass187,143 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    187,143 miles
    Test number
    951815583261
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail187,134 miles (+1,343)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,134 miles
    Test number
    289177964988
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass185,791 miles (+4,417)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    185,791 miles
    Test number
    532719043310
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 front to rear 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

  11. Pass181,374 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    181,374 miles
    Test number
    694053078402
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail181,362 miles (+2,964)1 dangerous11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,362 miles
    Test number
    664903891024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front/centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre low on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing heavily inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing low

  13. Pass178,398 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    178,398 miles
    Test number
    921440273633
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail178,387 miles (+2,260)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,387 miles
    Test number
    891691811011
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass176,127 miles (+11,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    176,127 miles
    Test number
    553869746638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass164,619 miles (+12,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    164,619 miles
    Test number
    356867272512
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rack ends

  17. Pass152,428 miles (+10,731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    152,428 miles
    Test number
    599049354277
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing thin on inside edges

  18. Pass141,697 miles (+3,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    141,697 miles
    Test number
    348201143422
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass138,105 miles (+13,356)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    138,105 miles
    Test number
    296071862238
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVEHICLE FITTED WITH AFTERMARKET WHEELS AND SUSPENSION

  20. Pass124,749 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    124,749 miles
    Test number
    393964940140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail124,703 miles (+5,284)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,703 miles
    Test number
    391150540121
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass119,419 miles (+11,772)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    119,419 miles
    Test number
    733156209073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass107,647 miles (+338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    107,647 miles
    Test number
    443280888070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail107,309 miles (+7,896)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,309 miles
    Test number
    232968678034
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass99,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    99,413 miles
    Test number
    580191177041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,413 miles (+14,243)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,413 miles
    Test number
    722881377007
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass85,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    144632536491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail85,170 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    271041536067
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V715 RBK

Does V715 RBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V715 RBK is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V715 RBK?
The MOT on V715 RBK is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V715 RBK done?
V715 RBK was recorded at 196,979 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,583 miles a year.
Has V715 RBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V715 RBK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V715 RBK 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 V715 RBK find?
V715 RBK passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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