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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

L1 PSDMOT history

L1 PSD is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 235,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L1 PSD black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
235,979 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 PSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 PSD was last recorded at 235,979 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 5,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,236 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,743 miles
Average per year
9,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,979 miles
  • 2025 – 230,236 miles
  • 2024 – 222,326 miles
  • 2022 – 212,365 miles
  • 2021 – 198,867 miles
  • 2019 – 182,474 miles
  • 2018 – 173,012 miles
  • 2017 – 165,620 miles
  • 2016 – 155,992 miles
  • 2015 – 143,856 miles
  • 2014 – 132,592 miles
  • 2013 – 119,945 miles
  • 2012 – 107,767 miles
  • 2011 – 99,067 miles
  • 2010 – 94,680 miles
  • 2009 – 92,558 miles
  • 2008 – 82,279 miles
  • 2007 – 63,829 miles
  • 2006 – 52,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,979 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,979 miles (+5,743)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    235,979 miles
    Test number
    814473733275
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass230,236 miles (+7,910)4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    230,236 miles
    Test number
    252022652028
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Frontmost (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass222,326 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    222,326 miles
    Test number
    489564821966
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail222,321 miles (+9,956)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,321 miles
    Test number
    994801242692
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Frontmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass212,365 miles (+5,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    212,365 miles
    Test number
    759500535836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass207,165 miles (+8,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    207,165 miles
    Test number
    575724362788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass198,867 miles (+63)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    198,867 miles
    Test number
    221456107794
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail198,804 miles (+16,330)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,804 miles
    Test number
    108411903997
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass182,474 miles (+9,462)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    182,474 miles
    Test number
    762030005227
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass173,012 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    173,012 miles
    Test number
    318494067903
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  11. Fail172,991 miles (+7,371)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,991 miles
    Test number
    661619704798
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both blades split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  12. Pass165,620 miles (+156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    165,620 miles
    Test number
    836631247372
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level below minimum,1 Ltr of oil added
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  13. Fail165,464 miles (+9,472)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,464 miles
    Test number
    788913954116
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing front mounting bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing front mounting bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level below minimum,1 Ltr of oil added
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  14. Pass155,992 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    155,992 miles
    Test number
    287265498151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail155,838 miles (+11,982)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,838 miles
    Test number
    495290852121
    • FailureFuel system component leaking injector area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass143,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    143,856 miles
    Test number
    519769765128
    • NoteSignificant wear to all tyres on the edges
  17. Fail143,856 miles (+11,264)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,856 miles
    Test number
    727979565197
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSignificant wear to all tyres on the edges
  18. Pass132,592 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    132,592 miles
    Test number
    885894754136
    • NoteExhaust fractured and blowing around front mounting
    • NoteNon standard suspension components
  19. Fail132,575 miles (+12,630)4 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,575 miles
    Test number
    628793854123
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust fractured and blowing around front mounting
    • NoteNon standard suspension components
  20. Pass119,945 miles (+12,178)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    119,945 miles
    Test number
    887084253162
    • NoteNon standard road springs fitted
    • NoteNon standard road wheels fitted
  21. Pass107,767 miles (+113)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,767 miles
    Test number
    835002952170
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront suspension too low very little working clearance between top suspension arm and bump stop
    • NoteLift in both front upper suspension ball joints,more lift in nearside than offside
    • NoteNon standard road wheels fitted
    • NoteNon standard suspension components fitted
  22. Fail107,654 miles (+8,587)3 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,654 miles
    Test number
    149516542195
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront suspension too low very little working clearance between top suspension arm and bump stop
    • NoteLift in both front upper suspension ball joints,more lift in nearside than offside
    • NoteNon standard road wheels fitted
    • NoteNon standard suspension components fitted
  23. Pass99,067 miles (+4,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,067 miles
    Test number
    778471731159
    • NotePlay in both front upper suspension ball joints
  24. Pass94,680 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    353850120168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail94,665 miles (+2,107)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,665 miles
    Test number
    333488010132
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass92,558 miles (+5)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    92,558 miles
    Test number
    823552439113
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake check,pads may need replacing
    • NoteBrake warning light on,on the dashboard
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split
  27. Fail92,553 miles (+10,274)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    510901439192
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake check,pads may need replacing
    • NoteBrale warning light on,on the dashboard
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split
  28. Pass82,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    194114118178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,279 miles (+18,450)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    872774718100
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  30. Pass63,829 miles (+11,274)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,829 miles
    Test number
    374794917122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,555 miles
    Test number
    803924416193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 PSD

Does L1 PSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 PSD is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 PSD?
The MOT on L1 PSD is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 PSD done?
L1 PSD was recorded at 235,979 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 9,289 miles a year.
Has L1 PSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 PSD has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L1 PSD 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 L1 PSD find?
L1 PSD passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both, and 6 more.

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