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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

L21 JAMMOT history

L21 JAM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 173,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

L21 JAM silver 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
173,822 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 JAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 JAM was last recorded at 173,822 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,788 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
6,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,822 miles
  • 2025 – 173,788 miles
  • 2024 – 169,000 miles
  • 2023 – 162,213 miles
  • 2021 – 162,111 miles
  • 2020 – 158,803 miles
  • 2019 – 156,110 miles
  • 2018 – 144,996 miles
  • 2017 – 132,353 miles
  • 2016 – 119,629 miles
  • 2015 – 109,075 miles
  • 2014 – 100,187 miles
  • 2013 – 93,966 miles
  • 2011 – 76,517 miles
  • 2010 – 66,082 miles
  • 2009 – 58,413 miles
  • 2008 – 55,635 miles
  • 2006 – 36,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,822 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,822 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    173,822 miles
    Test number
    894029652335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail173,788 miles (+4,788)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,788 miles
    Test number
    613917366275
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass169,000 miles (+31)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    169,000 miles
    Test number
    417299894627
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot is torn (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail168,969 miles (+6,756)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,969 miles
    Test number
    353170211407
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded trailing arm flexi hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded trailing arm flexi hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot is torn (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated caliper flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated caliper flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass162,213 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,213 miles
    Test number
    441407311364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail162,194 miles (+83)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,194 miles
    Test number
    830170021059
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,111 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    162,111 miles
    Test number
    948644333082
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Near side sliding door lower seal structure corroded (just below the sliding door runner)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  8. Fail162,111 miles (+3,308)1 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,111 miles
    Test number
    381974105026
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Near side sliding door lower seal structure corroded (just below the sliding door runner)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  9. Pass158,803 miles (+2,693)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    158,803 miles
    Test number
    175437089897
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass156,110 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    156,110 miles
    Test number
    801609373861
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE MID FLOOR AREA HAS 2 MINOR HOLES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail156,089 miles (+11,093)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,089 miles
    Test number
    620642413905
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE MID FLOOR AREA HAS 2 MINOR HOLES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass144,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    144,996 miles
    Test number
    629644528914
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail144,996 miles (+12,643)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,996 miles
    Test number
    289260291445
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass132,353 miles (+12,724)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    132,353 miles
    Test number
    789861741197
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass119,629 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,629 miles
    Test number
    882813632755
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail119,629 miles (+10,554)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,629 miles
    Test number
    320687432113
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass109,075 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,075 miles
    Test number
    847115995173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail109,071 miles (+8,884)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,071 miles
    Test number
    368345695148
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail100,187 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,187 miles
    Test number
    235507364168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass100,187 miles (+6,221)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,187 miles
    Test number
    358397164118
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass93,966 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,966 miles
    Test number
    916720093117
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail93,965 miles (+17,448)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,965 miles
    Test number
    356580993101
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass76,517 miles (+10,435)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,517 miles
    Test number
    265671971129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,082 miles (+7,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,082 miles
    Test number
    104913190143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  25. Pass58,413 miles (+2,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,413 miles
    Test number
    373292259174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass55,635 miles (+18,975)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    700061848130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,660 miles
    Test number
    851028256137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 JAM

Does L21 JAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 JAM is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 JAM?
The MOT on L21 JAM 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 L21 JAM done?
L21 JAM was recorded at 173,822 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,975 miles a year.
Has L21 JAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 JAM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 JAM 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 L21 JAM find?
L21 JAM passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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