What vehicle is registration VWS 397 currently assigned to?

DVSA MOT records show VWS 397 on a white and green diesel DAF first used on 31 Dec 1982. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.

Does VWS 397 currently have a valid MOT?

No. The MOT on VWS 397 expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.

When is the MOT due on VWS 397?

The MOT on VWS 397 expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.

What mileage has VWS 397 done?

VWS 397 was recorded at 218,512 km at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 390 km a year.

Has VWS 397 ever failed its MOT?

Yes. VWS 397 has failed 1 of its 3 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.

Has the mileage on VWS 397 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 VWS 397 find?

VWS 397 passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

DAF

White and Green · Diesel · 1982 · 7,500 cc

VWS 397MOT history

VWS 397 is a white and green diesel DAF first used on 31 Dec 1982. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 2 of 3 MOT tests, with 218,512 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT: Expired; On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage: 218,512 km; At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests: 3; 2 passed · 1 failed
Per year: 390 km; Average between MOTs

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Vehicle details

Registration: VWS 397
Registration format: Dateless
Make: DAF
Colour: White and Green
Fuel type: Diesel
Engine size: 7,500 cc
Year of manufacture: 1982
First used: 31 Dec 1982
MOT status: MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test: 26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VWS 397 was last recorded at 218,512 km on 26 Sept 2025, 165 km more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail

Previous MOT: 218,347 km · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests: 165 km
Average per year: 390 km

Recorded mileage by year

2025 – 218,512 km
2022 – 217,424 km

What the latest MOT found

26 Sept 2025

Pass218,512 km

AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

3 tests since 12 Dec 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

26 Sept 2025
Pass218,512 km (+165)2 advisories
MOT expiry
25 Sept 2026
Odometer
218,512 km
Test number
886318424233
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
27 May 2025
Fail218,347 km (+923)7 major1 advisory
MOT expiry
No new certificate
Odometer
218,347 km
Test number
528236029308
- MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAir leaking above passenger door.
12 Dec 2022
Pass217,424 km3 advisories
MOT expiry
11 Dec 2023
Odometer
217,424 km
Test number
649052064828
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot brake a little slower to come on (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake lower effort
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside

Questions about VWS 397

What vehicle is registration VWS 397 currently assigned to?: DVSA MOT records show VWS 397 on a white and green diesel DAF first used on 31 Dec 1982. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VWS 397 currently have a valid MOT?: No. The MOT on VWS 397 expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VWS 397?: The MOT on VWS 397 expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VWS 397 done?: VWS 397 was recorded at 218,512 km at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 390 km a year.
Has VWS 397 ever failed its MOT?: Yes. VWS 397 has failed 1 of its 3 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on VWS 397 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 VWS 397 find?: VWS 397 passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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