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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

L13 VWCMOT history

L13 VWC is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 154,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

L13 VWC red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
154,293 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 VWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 VWC was last recorded at 154,293 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 1,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,160 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,133 miles
Average per year
2,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,293 miles
  • 2025 – 153,160 miles
  • 2023 – 152,796 miles
  • 2022 – 151,921 miles
  • 2021 – 151,109 miles
  • 2020 – 151,052 miles
  • 2019 – 148,459 miles
  • 2018 – 145,484 miles
  • 2016 – 142,429 miles
  • 2015 – 140,182 miles
  • 2014 – 135,735 miles
  • 2013 – 134,174 miles
  • 2012 – 129,710 miles
  • 2011 – 128,701 miles
  • 2010 – 128,701 miles
  • 2007 – 121,732 miles
  • 2006 – 111,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,293 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderseal heavily appliedRecorded 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,293 miles (+1,133)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    154,293 miles
    Test number
    996005004986
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderseal heavily applied
  2. Pass153,160 miles (+364)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    153,160 miles
    Test number
    107344377567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderseal heavily applied
  3. Pass152,796 miles (+875)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,796 miles
    Test number
    519041201164
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside/offside structure in inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass151,921 miles (+812)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    151,921 miles
    Test number
    208190051093
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside/offside worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass151,109 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,109 miles
    Test number
    164596558931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside/offside also cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass151,052 miles (+2,593)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    151,052 miles
    Test number
    149314396790
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside/offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside/offside heavily worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis and body corroded
  7. Pass148,459 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,459 miles
    Test number
    391933972172
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrossion
  8. Fail148,457 miles (+2,973)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,457 miles
    Test number
    546710432668
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both sides front by the shoker mount area on the inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Feul cap (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Both sides rear wheel arche (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both sides exhaust mount perscribed area on the rear crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Central exhaust mount on the shassi rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody general corrossion
  9. Pass145,484 miles (+3,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    145,484 miles
    Test number
    444994432056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass142,429 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    142,429 miles
    Test number
    946783356388
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate slightley corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake backing plate slightley corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightley noisey
  11. Fail142,428 miles (+2,246)1 dangerous6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,428 miles
    Test number
    322078701617
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate slightley corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake backing plate slightley corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightley noisey
  12. Pass140,182 miles (+66)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,182 miles
    Test number
    235203035287
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail140,116 miles (+4,381)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,116 miles
    Test number
    347439625245
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass135,735 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,735 miles
    Test number
    937558314267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass134,174 miles (+4,464)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    134,174 miles
    Test number
    205912723490
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll rear brake hoses have slight corrosion to ferrules
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pipes slightly corroded
  16. Pass129,710 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    129,710 miles
    Test number
    319703722141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,701 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    128,701 miles
    Test number
    559777181037
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  18. Fail128,701 miles8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,701 miles
    Test number
    655395181007
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  19. Pass128,701 miles (+6,969)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    128,701 miles
    Test number
    941938980003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipe flexi ferrals covered with grease
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered with grease
  20. Pass121,732 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    121,732 miles
    Test number
    203398797103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,473 miles (+10,216)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,473 miles
    Test number
    572001597121
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousPower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass111,257 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    111,257 miles
    Test number
    152421486120
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSlit corrosion on both rear outter metal brake pipes.difficult to open drivers door from inside.

Questions about L13 VWC

Does L13 VWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 VWC is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 VWC?
The MOT on L13 VWC is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 VWC done?
L13 VWC was recorded at 154,293 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 2,203 miles a year.
Has L13 VWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 VWC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on L13 VWC 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 L13 VWC find?
L13 VWC passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 11 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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