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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

L18 DUKMOT history

L18 DUK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 268,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

L18 DUK blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
268,646 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 DUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 DUK was last recorded at 268,646 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 4,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
264,508 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,138 miles
Average per year
8,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 268,646 miles
  • 2025 – 264,508 miles
  • 2024 – 262,119 miles
  • 2023 – 258,441 miles
  • 2022 – 253,100 miles
  • 2021 – 246,420 miles
  • 2020 – 239,848 miles
  • 2019 – 230,291 miles
  • 2018 – 221,531 miles
  • 2017 – 214,599 miles
  • 2016 – 208,740 miles
  • 2015 – 202,974 miles
  • 2014 – 199,897 miles
  • 2013 – 182,339 miles
  • 2012 – 175,586 miles
  • 2011 – 168,772 miles
  • 2009 – 158,586 miles
  • 2008 – 117,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass268,646 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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 hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass268,646 miles (+4,138)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    268,646 miles
    Test number
    594475094306
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  2. Pass264,508 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    264,508 miles
    Test number
    416084547786
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills inner sills inner arches suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail264,506 miles (+2,387)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,506 miles
    Test number
    406334712433
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv worn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills inner sills inner arches suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass262,119 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    262,119 miles
    Test number
    685755519276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass258,441 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    258,441 miles
    Test number
    490066761250
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail258,441 miles (+5,341)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,441 miles
    Test number
    904084730544
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached mount corroded (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass253,100 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    253,100 miles
    Test number
    378255617725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both rack ends slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Fail253,092 miles (+6,672)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,092 miles
    Test number
    498598356656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both rack ends slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass246,420 miles (+6,572)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    246,420 miles
    Test number
    755215554193
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills rear floor/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass239,848 miles (+9,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    239,848 miles
    Test number
    393107916399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass230,291 miles (+8,760)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    230,291 miles
    Test number
    617870662775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass221,531 miles (+6,932)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    221,531 miles
    Test number
    385296207701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass214,599 miles (+5,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    214,599 miles
    Test number
    616936320819
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrored
  14. Pass208,740 miles (+5,766)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    208,740 miles
    Test number
    527750931083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass202,974 miles (+3,077)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    202,974 miles
    Test number
    135895625138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNSF tyre has a cut not reaching the cords
  16. Pass199,897 miles (+3)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    199,897 miles
    Test number
    289028924415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack
    • NoteRear seats not fitted
  17. Fail199,894 miles (+17,555)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,894 miles
    Test number
    785132424130
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack
    • NoteRear seats not fitted
  18. Pass182,339 miles (+6,753)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    182,339 miles
    Test number
    947949803131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass175,586 miles (+6,814)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    175,586 miles
    Test number
    946751232027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass168,772 miles (+10,186)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    168,772 miles
    Test number
    148171211473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass158,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    158,586 miles
    Test number
    403492159407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail158,586 miles (+20,858)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,586 miles
    Test number
    651879949309
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  23. Fail137,728 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,728 miles
    Test number
    690252219022
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteSpare tyre not found in vehicle
  24. Pass137,728 miles (+20,639)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    137,728 miles
    Test number
    840312619066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteSpare tyre not found in vehicle
  25. Pass117,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    117,089 miles
    Test number
    304028608012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail117,089 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,089 miles
    Test number
    534047608052
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L18 DUK

Does L18 DUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 DUK is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 DUK?
The MOT on L18 DUK is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 DUK done?
L18 DUK was recorded at 268,646 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 8,076 miles a year.
Has L18 DUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 DUK has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 DUK 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 DUK find?
L18 DUK passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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