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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 1,896 cc

L115 PALMOT history

L115 PAL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 1994. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 292,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

L115 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 12 May 2026
Mileage
292,904 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L115 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 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L115 PAL was last recorded at 292,904 miles on 13 May 2025, 1,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
291,136 miles · 16 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,768 miles
Average per year
2,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 292,904 miles
  • 2024 – 291,136 miles
  • 2018 – 282,984 miles
  • 2017 – 280,276 miles
  • 2016 – 278,004 miles
  • 2015 – 274,726 miles
  • 2014 – 273,076 miles
  • 2013 – 269,166 miles
  • 2012 – 267,313 miles
  • 2011 – 266,315 miles
  • 2010 – 265,921 miles
  • 2009 – 265,240 miles
  • 2008 – 260,294 miles
  • 2006 – 251,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,904 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,904 miles (+1,768)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    292,904 miles
    Test number
    696054837039
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass291,136 miles (+8,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    291,136 miles
    Test number
    168902104333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass282,984 miles (+5)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    282,984 miles
    Test number
    133453189902
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Behind front wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Behind front wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting Repaired and under sealed over (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail282,979 miles (+195)6 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,979 miles
    Test number
    171460811669
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Behind front wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Behind front wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting Repaired and under sealed over (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail282,784 miles (+2,508)1 dangerous7 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,784 miles
    Test number
    190469729450
    • DangerousRear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both front inner wing rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass280,276 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    280,276 miles
    Test number
    144644642179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear signs of cracking in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  7. Fail280,276 miles (+2,272)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,276 miles
    Test number
    874421730354
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear signs of cracking in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  8. Pass278,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    278,004 miles
    Test number
    349053867911
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Fail278,002 miles (+3,276)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,002 miles
    Test number
    371864253625
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp missing (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass274,726 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    274,726 miles
    Test number
    648402221463
    • AdvisoryCorrosin to n/s and o/s inner wings adn out riggers
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  11. Fail274,726 miles (+1,650)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,726 miles
    Test number
    469820315644
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel cable seized (3.1.6b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosin to n/s and o/s inner wings adn out riggers
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  12. Pass273,076 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    273,076 miles
    Test number
    675229414280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail273,068 miles (+3,902)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,068 miles
    Test number
    558088214289
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  14. Pass269,166 miles (+1,853)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    269,166 miles
    Test number
    325814723278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion and holes outside prescribed areas
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass267,313 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    267,313 miles
    Test number
    125460322278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  16. Fail267,311 miles (+996)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,311 miles
    Test number
    658239912267
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  17. Pass266,315 miles (+394)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    266,315 miles
    Test number
    199203721255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass265,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    265,921 miles
    Test number
    713488620207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail265,921 miles (+681)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,921 miles
    Test number
    414935120238
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass265,240 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    265,240 miles
    Test number
    832706419293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Fail265,225 miles (+4,931)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,225 miles
    Test number
    480612149175
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
  22. Pass260,294 miles (+8,451)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    260,294 miles
    Test number
    701380528101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass251,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    251,843 miles
    Test number
    183494986226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail251,843 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,843 miles
    Test number
    163374586261
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Questions about L115 PAL

Does L115 PAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L115 PAL expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L115 PAL?
The MOT on L115 PAL expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L115 PAL done?
L115 PAL was recorded at 292,904 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 2,209 miles a year.
Has L115 PAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L115 PAL has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on L115 PAL 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 L115 PAL find?
L115 PAL passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 5 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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