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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

B20 LVEMOT history

B20 LVE is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 181,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

B20 LVE red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,430 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 LVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 LVE was last recorded at 181,430 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,394 miles · 10 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,430 miles
  • 2025 – 181,071 miles
  • 2024 – 181,052 miles
  • 2023 – 180,712 miles
  • 2022 – 179,200 miles
  • 2021 – 178,436 miles
  • 2019 – 177,819 miles
  • 2018 – 175,117 miles
  • 2017 – 171,903 miles
  • 2016 – 168,383 miles
  • 2015 – 166,257 miles
  • 2013 – 165,002 miles
  • 2012 – 163,555 miles
  • 2011 – 160,385 miles
  • 2010 – 158,134 miles
  • 2008 – 153,395 miles
  • 2007 – 135,493 miles
  • 2006 – 118,066 miles
  • 2005 – 113,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,430 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2254518 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake warning wire disconnectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil light flashingRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,430 miles (+36)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,430 miles
    Test number
    603337813969
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2254518 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning wire disconnected
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing

  2. Fail181,394 miles (+323)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,394 miles
    Test number
    674383013610
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2254518 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning wire disconnected
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing

  3. Pass181,071 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    181,071 miles
    Test number
    934960581289
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak (thermostat hose)

  4. Pass181,052 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    181,052 miles
    Test number
    913577943745
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing

  5. Fail181,041 miles (+329)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,041 miles
    Test number
    289788994323
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing

  6. Pass180,712 miles (+1,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    180,712 miles
    Test number
    777155119719
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass179,200 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    179,200 miles
    Test number
    259402900092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass178,436 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    178,436 miles
    Test number
    369037851013
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Fail178,429 miles (+610)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,429 miles
    Test number
    692089395425
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass177,819 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    177,819 miles
    Test number
    425424602241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass175,117 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    175,117 miles
    Test number
    655633412537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass171,903 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    171,903 miles
    Test number
    637923415136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass168,383 miles (+2,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    168,383 miles
    Test number
    535854024930
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear advise tyre wall

  14. Pass166,257 miles (+1,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    166,257 miles
    Test number
    769855165060
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass165,002 miles (+1,447)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    165,002 miles
    Test number
    298517123262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  16. Pass163,555 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    163,555 miles
    Test number
    655879912213
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise os front drive shaft boot

  17. Fail163,551 miles (+3,166)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,551 miles
    Test number
    618522302287
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise hand brake cable front outer casing corroding fraying

  18. Pass160,385 miles (+2,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    160,385 miles
    Test number
    218953161015
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass158,134 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    158,134 miles
    Test number
    843545950072
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  20. Fail158,134 miles (+4,739)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,134 miles
    Test number
    211533150049
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Fail153,395 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,395 miles
    Test number
    110481658325
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  22. Pass153,395 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    153,395 miles
    Test number
    220391658350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail153,389 miles (+17,896)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,389 miles
    Test number
    434014528337
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass135,493 miles (+17,427)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    135,493 miles
    Test number
    744778267235
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall crack in n/s headlamp

  25. Pass118,066 miles (+4,127)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    118,066 miles
    Test number
    101292666243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass113,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    113,939 miles
    Test number
    703689045295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 LVE

Does B20 LVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 LVE is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 LVE?
The MOT on B20 LVE is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 LVE done?
B20 LVE was recorded at 181,430 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,233 miles a year.
Has B20 LVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 LVE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on B20 LVE 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 B20 LVE find?
B20 LVE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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