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Volkswagen LT

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,798 cc

L18 BPLMOT history

L18 BPL is a green diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 222,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
222,344 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 BPL was last recorded at 222,344 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,342 miles · 31 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 222,344 miles
  • 2022 – 221,232 miles
  • 2021 – 214,609 miles
  • 2020 – 210,160 miles
  • 2019 – 204,573 miles
  • 2018 – 197,312 miles
  • 2017 – 185,627 miles
  • 2016 – 175,497 miles
  • 2015 – 170,597 miles
  • 2014 – 157,786 miles
  • 2013 – 136,565 miles
  • 2012 – 121,883 miles
  • 2011 – 111,430 miles
  • 2010 – 102,951 miles
  • 2008 – 80,674 miles
  • 2007 – 66,869 miles
  • 2006 – 50,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,344 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner track rod slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,344 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    222,344 miles
    Test number
    256452517164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner track rod slight play

  2. Fail222,342 miles (+1,110)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,342 miles
    Test number
    623764485786
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracked perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracked perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner track rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass221,232 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    221,232 miles
    Test number
    673938513027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail221,230 miles (+6,621)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,230 miles
    Test number
    436505446265
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass214,609 miles (+4,449)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    214,609 miles
    Test number
    943680910004
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  6. Pass210,160 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    210,160 miles
    Test number
    676718766019
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail210,159 miles (+5,586)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,159 miles
    Test number
    783906214275
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded abs to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded abs to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake pipe abs to flexi (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass204,573 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    204,573 miles
    Test number
    763690827950
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail204,571 miles (+7,259)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,571 miles
    Test number
    696761709526
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass197,312 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    197,312 miles
    Test number
    510130360997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail197,287 miles (+11,660)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,287 miles
    Test number
    553139135304
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired lever fractured (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass185,627 miles (+10,130)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    185,627 miles
    Test number
    143137045190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass175,497 miles (+4,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    175,497 miles
    Test number
    466898280306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass170,597 miles (+12,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    170,597 miles
    Test number
    426969145114
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass157,786 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    157,786 miles
    Test number
    299451744478
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail157,786 miles (+21,221)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,786 miles
    Test number
    465511844154
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass136,565 miles (+118)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    136,565 miles
    Test number
    226643943182
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail136,447 miles (+14,564)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,447 miles
    Test number
    866107833170
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail121,883 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,883 miles
    Test number
    128354742130
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  20. Pass121,883 miles (+10,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    121,883 miles
    Test number
    548364042167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  21. Pass111,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    269202931440
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail111,430 miles (+8,479)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    727862431129
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass102,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,951 miles
    Test number
    593209310170
    • 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)

  24. Fail102,951 miles (+22,277)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,951 miles
    Test number
    220088010173
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)

  25. Pass80,674 miles (+13,805)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,674 miles
    Test number
    662211458108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,869 miles (+16,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,869 miles
    Test number
    461846977196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass50,182 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,182 miles
    Test number
    920459176115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing heaverly on inner edge

Questions about L18 BPL

Does L18 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 BPL expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 BPL?
The MOT on L18 BPL expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 BPL done?
L18 BPL was recorded at 222,344 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 9,596 miles a year.
Has L18 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 BPL has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 BPL 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 L18 BPL find?
L18 BPL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner track rod slight play.

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