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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

K8 LUWMOT history

K8 LUW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

K8 LUW white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
134,071 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 LUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 LUW was last recorded at 134,071 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 4,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2023: 122,855 miles, lower than 122,864 miles on 23 Nov 2023.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,902 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,169 miles
Average per year
7,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,071 miles
  • 2024 – 129,902 miles
  • 2023 – 122,855 miles
  • 2022 – 118,523 miles
  • 2021 – 108,995 miles
  • 2020 – 98,010 miles
  • 2019 – 81,018 miles
  • 2018 – 76,603 miles
  • 2017 – 73,182 miles
  • 2016 – 68,685 miles
  • 2015 – 65,721 miles
  • 2014 – 62,575 miles
  • 2013 – 55,637 miles
  • 2012 – 43,696 miles
  • 2011 – 29,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bearing slightly noisy (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Spare wheel carrier corroded advise immediate attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,071 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    134,071 miles
    Test number
    727430365243
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bearing slightly noisy (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,071 miles (+4,169)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,071 miles
    Test number
    638034631833
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt holed. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,902 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,902 miles
    Test number
    922256419369
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded advise immediate attention

  4. Fail129,902 miles (+7,047)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,902 miles
    Test number
    136288043997
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both centre and rear silencer boxes (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens requires cleaning (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded advise immediate attention

  5. Pass122,855 miles (-9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,855 miles
    Test number
    394704889040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,864 miles (+4,341)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,864 miles
    Test number
    115941942125
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass118,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,523 miles
    Test number
    639161505165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    782856561097
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass108,995 miles (+10,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,995 miles
    Test number
    772517387618
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,010 miles (+16,992)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,010 miles
    Test number
    893686280123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,018 miles (+4,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,018 miles
    Test number
    363177999262
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,603 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,603 miles
    Test number
    757095968873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,182 miles
    Test number
    268144994894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust and rear box corroded slightly

  14. Fail73,182 miles (+4,497)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,182 miles
    Test number
    108452976431
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust and rear box corroded slightly

  15. Pass68,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,685 miles
    Test number
    645361807459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMiddleand rear exhaust boxes corroded

  16. Fail68,685 miles (+2,964)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,685 miles
    Test number
    839308275049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMiddleand rear exhaust boxes corroded

  17. Pass65,721 miles (+3,146)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,721 miles
    Test number
    896660725177
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear box exhaust outer skin corroded

  18. Pass62,575 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    297496224155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Fail62,575 miles (+6,938)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    409366924186
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass55,637 miles (+11,941)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,637 miles
    Test number
    109050223156
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass43,696 miles (+13,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,696 miles
    Test number
    776695002170
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass29,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,739 miles
    Test number
    638674701116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 LUW

Does K8 LUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 LUW is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K8 LUW?
The MOT on K8 LUW is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 LUW done?
K8 LUW was recorded at 134,071 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 7,163 miles a year.
Has K8 LUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 LUW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 LUW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K8 LUW find?
K8 LUW passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bearing slightly noisy; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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