
Volkswagen Transporter
Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc
L18 RXWMOT history
L18 RXW is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 251,102 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 17 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 251,102 mi
- At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 17 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 13,143 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L18 RXW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 24 Jun 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Jul 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
L18 RXW was last recorded at 251,102 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 12,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 238,736 miles · 30 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 12,366 miles
- Average per year
- 13,143 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 251,102 miles
- 2025 – 238,736 miles
- 2024 – 228,845 miles
- 2023 – 227,455 miles
- 2020 – 227,428 miles
- 2019 – 206,273 miles
- 2018 – 176,091 miles
- 2017 – 166,207 miles
- 2016 – 154,112 miles
- 2015 – 146,901 miles
- 2014 – 135,232 miles
- 2013 – 101,590 miles
- 2012 – 77,236 miles
- 2011 – 51,571 miles
- 2010 – 24,563 miles
- 2009 – 18,019 miles
- 2008 – 14,544 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering rack tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to rear suspension components
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
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.
Nearside Rear Coolant leak heater pipe front to rear slight leak
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Brake pad warning light on
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn
Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020
Glow plug light flashing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
28 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail251,102 miles (+12,366)9 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 251,102 miles
- Test number
- 481204853685
- MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering rack tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to rear suspension components
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass238,736 miles (+9,891)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 238,736 miles
- Test number
- 439738572570
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass228,845 miles (+1,390)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 228,845 miles
- Test number
- 861783228579
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coolant leak heater pipe front to rear slight leak
Pass227,455 miles (+19)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 227,455 miles
- Test number
- 496313076423
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coolant leak heater pipe front to rear slight leak
Fail227,436 miles (+8)7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,436 miles
- Test number
- 774264956260
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn Inner and outer (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coolant leak heater pipe front to rear slight leak
Fail227,428 miles (+21,155)10 major3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,428 miles
- Test number
- 147352626620
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Unable to check wipers for clearing (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass206,273 miles (+4)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 206,273 miles
- Test number
- 618958947542
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
- AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail206,269 miles (+30,178)1 dangerous2 major3 repaired2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,269 miles
- Test number
- 451776871183
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
- AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass176,091 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 176,091 miles
- Test number
- 518864455679
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges and close to limit
- AdvisoryLower steering column fouling cover
- AdvisoryNearside rear reflector broken
- AdvisoryOffside mirror casing part missing
- AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
- AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
- AdvisorySlight weeps at both front driveshaft seals
Fail176,091 miles (+9,884)2 dangerous12 major14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 176,091 miles
- Test number
- 751702964885
- DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated (4.11 (b) (iii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges and close to limit
- AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering
- AdvisoryLower steering column fouling cover
- AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe rusty at rear
- AdvisoryNearside rear reflector broken
- AdvisoryOffside mirror casing par missing
- AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad wear indicator wire insecure
- AdvisoryPlay in both steering rack joints
- AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
- AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
- AdvisorySlight weeps at both front driveshaft seals
- AdvisoryVehicle needs tracking
Pass166,207 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 166,207 miles
- Test number
- 468067810280
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on dash
Fail166,207 miles (+12,095)1 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,207 miles
- Test number
- 856751495543
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on dash
Pass154,112 miles (+5)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 154,112 miles
- Test number
- 318014250183
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPad low light on
Fail154,107 miles (+7,206)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,107 miles
- Test number
- 209374730580
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPad low light on
Pass146,901 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 146,901 miles
- Test number
- 981552930860
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,901 miles (+11,669)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,901 miles
- Test number
- 466387651983
- Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Pass135,232 miles (+9,525)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 135,232 miles
- Test number
- 445422784260
- NoteBoth Front Suspension Anti Roll BAr Drop Link Upper Ball Joint Covers Perishing
- NoteEngine Undertray Fitted
- NoteRear Exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Rusting
Pass125,707 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 125,707 miles
- Test number
- 457782944156
- NoteNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low
Fail125,707 miles (+10,358)2 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,707 miles
- Test number
- 705822044198
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
- NoteNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low
Pass115,349 miles (+13,759)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 115,349 miles
- Test number
- 977617614099
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- NoteVehicle tested in wet conditions
Pass101,590 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 101,590 miles
- Test number
- 219477753119
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteVarious vehicle underbody protection trays fitted the view to certain items restricted
Fail101,590 miles (+24,354)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,590 miles
- Test number
- 759427253187
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteVarious vehicle underbody protection trays fitted the view to certain items restricted
Pass77,236 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 77,236 miles
- Test number
- 665791882143
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail77,236 miles (+25,665)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,236 miles
- Test number
- 316321582122
- FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Pass51,571 miles (+27,008)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 51,571 miles
- Test number
- 955439881181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,563 miles (+6,544)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 24,563 miles
- Test number
- 323488190185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,019 miles (+3,475)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 18,019 miles
- Test number
- 810192089118
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,544 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 14,544 miles
- Test number
- 313145688186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L18 RXW
- Does L18 RXW currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L18 RXW expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L18 RXW?
- The MOT on L18 RXW expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L18 RXW done?
- L18 RXW was recorded at 251,102 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 13,143 miles a year.
- Has L18 RXW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L18 RXW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on L18 RXW 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 RXW find?
- L18 RXW failed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted; nearside rear service brake excessively fluctuating; nearside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure, and 12 more.
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