The road tax status for S938 KWN is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S938 KWN?

The MOT for S938 KWN is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of S938 KWN?

The recorded mileage for S938 KWN is 187,620 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S938 KWN ULEZ compliant?

No, S938 KWN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1998 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · S938 KWN

S938 KWN

1998 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 20 Nov 1998. Recorded mileage 187,620 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jul 2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 03 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 187,620 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1998

Engine

2459cc

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S938 KWN Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/07/2026
187,620 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (20 mentions)

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S938 KWN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 10:28

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volkswagen Transporter (S938 KWN) between February 2006 and July 2026.

The record contains 19 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 05 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (20 issues), Brakes (19 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”.

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S938 KWN Mileage History

15/02/2006101,196 mi
15/02/2006101,196 mi
23/02/2007107,143 mi+5,947 mi
10/06/2008116,650 mi+9,507 mi
17/03/2009117,136 mi+486 mi
17/03/2009117,136 mi
03/03/2010131,209 mi+14,073 mi
28/05/2011135,791 mi+4,582 mi
30/05/2012143,353 mi+7,562 mi
31/05/2013150,137 mi+6,784 mi
06/06/2013150,137 mi
30/05/2014152,669 mi+2,532 mi
06/06/2014152,708 mi+39 mi
02/06/2015154,974 mi+2,266 mi
15/07/2016158,829 mi+3,855 mi
20/07/2017163,819 mi+4,990 mi
23/08/2017163,819 mi
22/08/2018167,189 mi+3,370 mi
31/08/2018167,190 mi+1 mi
22/08/2019169,982 mi+2,792 mi
26/05/2020170,037 mi+55 mi
29/05/2020170,039 mi+2 mi
09/06/2021178,081 mi+8,042 mi
10/06/2021178,086 mi+5 mi
06/09/2022180,812 mi+2,726 mi
17/05/2024183,805 mi+2,993 mi
27/05/2025185,693 mi+1,888 mi
31/05/2025185,693 mi
05/07/2026187,620 mi+1,927 mi

Average of roughly 4,240 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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