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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

L18 CVJMOT history

L18 CVJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

L18 CVJ silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,480 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CVJ was last recorded at 137,480 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 3,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,183 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,297 miles
Average per year
6,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,480 miles
  • 2025 – 134,183 miles
  • 2024 – 131,166 miles
  • 2023 – 126,694 miles
  • 2022 – 119,265 miles
  • 2021 – 110,214 miles
  • 2019 – 100,671 miles
  • 2018 – 94,307 miles
  • 2017 – 88,512 miles
  • 2016 – 80,469 miles
  • 2015 – 74,100 miles
  • 2014 – 65,306 miles
  • 2013 – 57,995 miles
  • 2011 – 44,065 miles
  • 2010 – 40,760 miles
  • 2009 – 36,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,480 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,480 miles (+3,297)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,480 miles
    Test number
    734951268186
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass134,183 miles (+3,017)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,183 miles
    Test number
    137444959833
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight outer edge wear 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass131,166 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,166 miles
    Test number
    882105081621
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust center and rear box corroded

  4. Fail131,166 miles (+4,472)4 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,166 miles
    Test number
    352743094780
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust center and rear box corroded

  5. Pass126,694 miles (+7,429)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,694 miles
    Test number
    422803904967
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust boxes corroded loosing outer skin

  6. Pass119,265 miles (+9,051)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,265 miles
    Test number
    670933423180
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer In very poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread In very poor condition. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread In very poor condition. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer In very poor condition.

  7. Pass110,214 miles (+9,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,214 miles
    Test number
    152713172702
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skins corroded

  8. Pass100,671 miles (+6,364)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,671 miles
    Test number
    979405877923
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass94,307 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,307 miles
    Test number
    524872543752
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight noise from PAS pump

  10. Fail94,307 miles (+5,795)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,307 miles
    Test number
    181102872114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight noise from PAS pump

  11. Pass88,512 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,512 miles
    Test number
    174220314790
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint cover perishing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak from sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust boxes corroded

  12. Fail88,512 miles (+8,043)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,512 miles
    Test number
    869746593504
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint cover small split and greese coming out (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint cover perishing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak from sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust boxes corroded

  13. Pass80,469 miles (+6,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,469 miles
    Test number
    472390221075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass74,100 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,100 miles
    Test number
    298058945112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,061 miles (+8,755)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    689066445169
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass65,306 miles (+7,311)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,306 miles
    Test number
    375611654143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,995 miles (+13,930)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,995 miles
    Test number
    789611353120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,065 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,065 miles
    Test number
    667529221383
    • NoteENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT STAYING ON

  19. Fail44,065 miles (+3,305)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,065 miles
    Test number
    648919121315
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT STAYING ON

  20. Pass40,760 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    823056910387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,433 miles
    Test number
    834350119350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 CVJ

Does L18 CVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CVJ is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CVJ?
The MOT on L18 CVJ is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CVJ done?
L18 CVJ was recorded at 137,480 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,152 miles a year.
Has L18 CVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CVJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 CVJ 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 CVJ find?
L18 CVJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector not red in colour; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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