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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

B9 LGJMOT history

B9 LGJ is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 287,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

B9 LGJ yellow Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
287,714 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B9 LGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

B9 LGJ was last recorded at 287,714 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
287,714 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 287,714 miles
  • 2024 – 276,222 miles
  • 2023 – 266,908 miles
  • 2022 – 255,784 miles
  • 2021 – 243,521 miles
  • 2020 – 234,092 miles
  • 2019 – 220,535 miles
  • 2018 – 207,705 miles
  • 2017 – 195,924 miles
  • 2016 – 192,258 miles
  • 2014 – 183,777 miles
  • 2013 – 182,518 miles
  • 2012 – 181,254 miles
  • 2011 – 179,312 miles
  • 2010 – 175,032 miles
  • 2009 – 165,274 miles
  • 2008 – 159,953 miles
  • 2007 – 149,837 miles
  • 2006 – 141,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,714 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering rack mounting bushes worn but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    287,714 miles
    Test number
    687873567175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail287,714 miles (+11,492)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,714 miles
    Test number
    810061719605
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass276,222 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    276,222 miles
    Test number
    272625184371
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail276,221 miles (+9,313)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,221 miles
    Test number
    870278111173
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass266,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    266,908 miles
    Test number
    103766016501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail266,903 miles (+11,119)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,903 miles
    Test number
    314536370868
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass255,784 miles (+14)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    255,784 miles
    Test number
    730881971215
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes worn but not excessively

  8. Fail255,770 miles (+12,249)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,770 miles
    Test number
    562267956109
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes worn but not excessively

  9. Pass243,521 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    243,521 miles
    Test number
    823909912274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail243,515 miles (+9,423)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,515 miles
    Test number
    984325631960
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass234,092 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    234,092 miles
    Test number
    840480801412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail234,090 miles (+13,555)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,090 miles
    Test number
    395197679110
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass220,535 miles (+12,830)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    220,535 miles
    Test number
    998873353247
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass207,705 miles (+532)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    207,705 miles
    Test number
    981301057608
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle missing but cam be opened using the rod
    • AdvisorySteering rack/ rack ends becoming worn

  15. Fail207,173 miles (+11,249)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,173 miles
    Test number
    417606146487
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle missing but cam be opened using the rod
    • AdvisorySteering rack/ rack ends becoming worn

  16. Pass195,924 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    195,924 miles
    Test number
    411722602887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass192,258 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    192,258 miles
    Test number
    858032963626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  18. Fail192,252 miles (+8,475)2 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,252 miles
    Test number
    914515701803
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass183,777 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    183,777 miles
    Test number
    648830294112
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail183,772 miles (+1,254)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,772 miles
    Test number
    209160794176
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass182,518 miles (+1,264)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    182,518 miles
    Test number
    608432493175
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass181,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    181,254 miles
    Test number
    939084762189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail181,250 miles (+1,938)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,250 miles
    Test number
    206364662173
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass179,312 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    179,312 miles
    Test number
    587804441146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail179,302 miles (+4,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,302 miles
    Test number
    677130941183
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass175,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    175,032 miles
    Test number
    473952040185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail175,032 miles (+9,758)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,032 miles
    Test number
    290651040425
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass165,274 miles (+5,321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    165,274 miles
    Test number
    994730689162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass159,953 miles (+10,116)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    159,953 miles
    Test number
    764159968108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass149,837 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    149,837 miles
    Test number
    661386967178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass141,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    141,280 miles
    Test number
    202221276451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B9 LGJ

Does B9 LGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B9 LGJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on B9 LGJ?
The MOT on B9 LGJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B9 LGJ done?
B9 LGJ was recorded at 287,714 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 7,543 miles a year.
Has B9 LGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B9 LGJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on B9 LGJ 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 B9 LGJ find?
B9 LGJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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