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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 1,896 cc

L105 PALMOT history

L105 PAL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 1994. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 241,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

L105 PAL blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
241,595 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L105 PAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
5 Jul 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L105 PAL was last recorded at 241,595 miles on 14 May 2026, 241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 May 2020: 108,369 miles, lower than 235,852 miles on 29 Apr 2019.

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
241,354 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
241 miles
Average per year
2,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,595 miles
  • 2025 – 241,354 miles
  • 2024 – 240,341 miles
  • 2023 – 239,923 miles
  • 2022 – 239,723 miles
  • 2021 – 239,237 miles
  • 2020 – 108,369 miles
  • 2019 – 235,852 miles
  • 2018 – 235,417 miles
  • 2017 – 232,758 miles
  • 2016 – 231,989 miles
  • 2015 – 230,680 miles
  • 2014 – 226,103 miles
  • 2013 – 223,163 miles
  • 2011 – 216,180 miles
  • 2010 – 202,829 miles
  • 2008 – 198,672 miles
  • 2007 – 187,389 miles
  • 2006 – 183,239 miles
  • 2005 – 181,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail241,595 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust section slightly hitting off rear suspension component.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint top ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front inner tie rod ball joint slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • All rear metal brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail241,595 miles (+241)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,595 miles
    Test number
    493271724735
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section slightly hitting off rear suspension component.

  2. Pass241,354 miles (+1,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    241,354 miles
    Test number
    843335804602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in both front brake discs

  3. Pass240,341 miles (+418)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    240,341 miles
    Test number
    770876181135
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass239,923 miles (+200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    239,923 miles
    Test number
    535836259316
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass239,723 miles (+486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    239,723 miles
    Test number
    967947744685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass239,237 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    239,237 miles
    Test number
    992247025000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail239,230 miles (+130,861)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,230 miles
    Test number
    566096904320
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,369 miles (-127,483)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    108,369 miles
    Test number
    522234805843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass235,852 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    235,852 miles
    Test number
    533425566368
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  10. Fail235,852 miles (+435)1 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,852 miles
    Test number
    108910621059
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  11. Pass235,417 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    235,417 miles
    Test number
    194577735671
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak suspect nearside drive shaft oil seal
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not in drivers view of the road

  12. Fail235,417 miles (+2,659)3 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,417 miles
    Test number
    331410466370
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak suspect nearside drive shaft oil seal
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not in drivers view of the road

  13. Pass232,758 miles (+769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    232,758 miles
    Test number
    560783795376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroding
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack knuckle

  14. Pass231,989 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    231,989 miles
    Test number
    870580036432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint top ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryAll rear metal brake pipes corroded

  15. Fail231,986 miles (+1,306)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,986 miles
    Test number
    719406118023
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill holed and inner wheelarch holed (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint top ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryAll rear metal brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass230,680 miles (+4,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    230,680 miles
    Test number
    896965075043
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass226,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    226,103 miles
    Test number
    766280984015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail226,103 miles (+2,940)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,103 miles
    Test number
    818890584074
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass223,163 miles (+6,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    223,163 miles
    Test number
    516232983025
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass216,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    216,180 miles
    Test number
    696062741243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail216,180 miles (+13,351)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,180 miles
    Test number
    177148031235
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass202,829 miles (+28)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    202,829 miles
    Test number
    330685440289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side front check strap missing
    • NoteSpare tyre missing

  23. Fail202,801 miles (+4,129)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,801 miles
    Test number
    953634840211
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side front check strap missing
    • NoteSpare tyre missing

  24. Pass198,672 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    198,672 miles
    Test number
    224900408443
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail198,672 miles (+11,283)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,672 miles
    Test number
    150656498493
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass187,389 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    187,389 miles
    Test number
    210032467098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail187,386 miles (+4,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,386 miles
    Test number
    314278857083
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass183,239 miles (+1,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    183,239 miles
    Test number
    252005276023
    • NoteRear shockobsorber top casings corroding but not effecting shockobsorber

  29. Pass181,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    181,968 miles
    Test number
    300585155426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L105 PAL

Does L105 PAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L105 PAL expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L105 PAL?
The MOT on L105 PAL expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L105 PAL done?
L105 PAL was recorded at 241,595 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,885 miles a year.
Has L105 PAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L105 PAL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L105 PAL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 May 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L105 PAL find?
L105 PAL failed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp; offside front service brake excessively binding; offside rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, and 11 more.

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