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Volkswagen LT

White · Diesel · 1985 · 2,400 cc

B50 NRSMOT history

B50 NRS is a white diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 31 May 1985. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 186,659 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
186,659 km
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
768 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B50 NRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
31 May 1985
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

B50 NRS was last recorded at 186,659 km on 12 Nov 2025, 288 km more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2007: 172,779 miles, lower than 172,793 miles on 24 Jul 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,371 km · 7 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
288 km
Average per year
768 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,659 km
  • 2021 – 186,371 km
  • 2020 – 181,336 km
  • 2019 – 178,173 km
  • 2018 – 176,935 km
  • 2017 – 173,230 km
  • 2006 – 171,817 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,659 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Prop shaft damaged but serviceable play in front UJ.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

14 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,659 km (+288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    186,659 km
    Test number
    148615100121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass186,371 km (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    186,371 km
    Test number
    490768861766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,336 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    181,336 km
    Test number
    205986269829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail181,336 km (+3,163)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,336 km
    Test number
    180427611947
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass178,173 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    178,173 km
    Test number
    343873244042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass177,155 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    177,155 miles
    Test number
    636753665867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable play in front UJ. (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt is missing
    • AdvisoryEngine sump plug has been welded to sump
    • AdvisoryRadiator very poor condition and weeping
    • AdvisoryRear floor very weak with rust
    • AdvisoryTow bar badly corroded. tow ball missing

  7. Fail177,154 miles4 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,154 miles
    Test number
    820953167193
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousRear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Short section to caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator drive belt is missing.
    • AdvisoryDiscs very rusty.
    • AdvisoryEngine sump plug has been welded to sump.
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable Play in front UJ. (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRadiator very poor condition and weeping.
    • AdvisoryRear floor very weak with rust.
    • AdvisoryTow bar badly corroded and weak. Tow ball is missing.

  8. Fail176,935 km (+3,705)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,935 km
    Test number
    677319020281
    • FailureBrake valve leaking light laden valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat adjustment sticky
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat frame worn
    • AdvisoryBrake hose ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met 50% recorded
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Pass173,230 km
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,230 km
    Test number
    940899996913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass173,089 miles (+310)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    173,089 miles
    Test number
    391720898254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass172,779 miles (-14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    172,779 miles
    Test number
    971307027336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail172,793 miles6 failures6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,793 miles
    Test number
    364915507459
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt adjustment fitting fractured (5.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front brake flexi ferrule corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake flexi ferrule corroded
    • NotePlay propshaft centre bearing
    • NoteRear brake flexi ferrules corroded
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier insecure
    • NoteWater tank & brackets insecure

  13. Pass171,817 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    171,817 km
    Test number
    900773206242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail171,817 km11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,817 km
    Test number
    693718296177
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

Questions about B50 NRS

Does B50 NRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B50 NRS is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on B50 NRS?
The MOT on B50 NRS is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B50 NRS done?
B50 NRS was recorded at 186,659 km at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 768 km a year.
Has B50 NRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B50 NRS has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on B50 NRS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on B50 NRS find?
B50 NRS passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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