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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

W228 SFJMOT history

W228 SFJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 148,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2024.

W228 SFJ blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
148,867 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2024
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 SFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 SFJ was last recorded at 148,867 miles on 2 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,867 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,867 miles
  • 2023 – 142,326 miles
  • 2022 – 137,065 miles
  • 2021 – 133,151 miles
  • 2020 – 128,752 miles
  • 2019 – 126,178 miles
  • 2018 – 123,080 miles
  • 2017 – 122,454 miles
  • 2016 – 120,507 miles
  • 2015 – 119,673 miles
  • 2014 – 116,400 miles
  • 2013 – 111,657 miles
  • 2012 – 102,603 miles
  • 2011 – 100,037 miles
  • 2010 – 85,436 miles
  • 2009 – 73,639 miles
  • 2008 – 73,637 miles
  • 2007 – 67,551 miles
  • 2006 – 62,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,867 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,867 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    148,867 miles
    Test number
    890484491999
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail148,867 miles (+6,541)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,867 miles
    Test number
    751694819628
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass142,326 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    142,326 miles
    Test number
    101926730775
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail142,326 miles (+5,261)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,326 miles
    Test number
    943454829424
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass137,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,065 miles
    Test number
    253975357901
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE SILL BACK CORRODED

  6. Fail137,064 miles (+3,913)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,064 miles
    Test number
    517044484247
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE SILL BACK CORRODED

  7. Pass133,151 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    133,151 miles
    Test number
    928820887958
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SILL BACK CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail133,148 miles (+4,396)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,148 miles
    Test number
    781306959950
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SILL BACK CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass128,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    128,752 miles
    Test number
    910192147840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail128,751 miles (+2,573)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,751 miles
    Test number
    210268630905
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,178 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    126,178 miles
    Test number
    708104424479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail126,176 miles (+3,096)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,176 miles
    Test number
    599983037218
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass123,080 miles (+626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,080 miles
    Test number
    813033633578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass122,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,454 miles
    Test number
    112585504339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,454 miles (+1,947)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,454 miles
    Test number
    933622383337
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass120,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,507 miles
    Test number
    657955370346
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

  17. Fail120,507 miles (+834)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,507 miles
    Test number
    737828533828
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryHOLE IN O/S HEADLIGHT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass119,673 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    367630688296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCollapsible bed fitted in rear

  19. Fail119,670 miles (+3,270)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,670 miles
    Test number
    732519940213
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCollapsible bed fitted in rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  20. Pass116,400 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    488276744213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant low

  21. Fail116,400 miles (+4,743)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    585996144294
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant low

  22. Pass111,657 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    658744453213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail111,657 miles (+9,054)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    275444953270
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass102,603 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    102,603 miles
    Test number
    115066152265
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  25. Fail102,600 miles (+2,563)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,600 miles
    Test number
    989355552229
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  26. Pass100,037 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,037 miles
    Test number
    679233541239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail99,853 miles (+14,417)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,853 miles
    Test number
    929521331221
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc poor.
    • NoteTracking needs attension.
    • NoteVery slight play in steering rack.

  28. Pass85,436 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    85,436 miles
    Test number
    571374800258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,263 miles (+11,624)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,263 miles
    Test number
    263487990156
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked.

  30. Pass73,639 miles (+2)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,639 miles
    Test number
    942126739100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f flexible brake hose been rubbing

  31. Fail73,637 miles (+6,086)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,637 miles
    Test number
    952173448274
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre walls cracking

  32. Pass67,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    283920637299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail67,551 miles (+5,237)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    991870337225
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  34. Pass62,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,314 miles
    Test number
    412526926212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 SFJ

Does W228 SFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 SFJ expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 SFJ?
The MOT on W228 SFJ expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 SFJ done?
W228 SFJ was recorded at 148,867 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2024, an average of 4,817 miles a year.
Has W228 SFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 SFJ has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on W228 SFJ 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 W228 SFJ find?
W228 SFJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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