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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

L23 SGEMOT history

L23 SGE is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

L23 SGE white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,971 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 SGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 SGE was last recorded at 153,971 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,970 miles · 4 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,971 miles
  • 2025 – 151,569 miles
  • 2024 – 150,912 miles
  • 2023 – 148,233 miles
  • 2021 – 144,278 miles
  • 2020 – 143,374 miles
  • 2019 – 140,925 miles
  • 2018 – 136,045 miles
  • 2017 – 133,890 miles
  • 2016 – 128,430 miles
  • 2015 – 123,826 miles
  • 2014 – 116,666 miles
  • 2013 – 96,709 miles
  • 2012 – 70,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,971 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated STRONG ADVISORYRecorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front tyre 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear tyre 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,971 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,971 miles
    Test number
    548919784467
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY

  2. Fail153,970 miles (+2,401)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,970 miles
    Test number
    962950267224
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY

  3. Pass151,569 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    151,569 miles
    Test number
    797361847824
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY

  4. Fail151,568 miles (+656)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,568 miles
    Test number
    719712196915
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. wrong size fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY

  5. Pass150,912 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,912 miles
    Test number
    865891846360
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated

  6. Fail150,912 miles (+2,679)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,912 miles
    Test number
    858565156326
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated

  7. Pass148,233 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,233 miles
    Test number
    721090294688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,278 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,278 miles
    Test number
    191932712829
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail144,278 miles (+904)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,278 miles
    Test number
    902181722697
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass143,374 miles (+2,449)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,374 miles
    Test number
    837142842832
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass140,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    976449413201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail140,925 miles (+4,880)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    504677797501
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass136,045 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,045 miles
    Test number
    460151288025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm

  14. Fail136,045 miles (+2,155)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,045 miles
    Test number
    650501802092
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm

  15. Pass133,890 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,890 miles
    Test number
    740315695257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm

  16. Fail133,890 miles (+5,460)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,890 miles
    Test number
    314667121838
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 3mm

  17. Pass128,430 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    128,430 miles
    Test number
    897553237777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,826 miles (+7,160)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    123,826 miles
    Test number
    670217075162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,666 miles (+19,957)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    878498214313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,709 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    376916693442
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine light on dash
    • NoteSpare tyre worn but ok

  21. Fail96,709 miles (+26,079)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    396555993248
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine light on dash
    • NoteSpare tyre worn but ok

  22. Pass70,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    176217402396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  23. Fail70,630 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    265874202347
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about L23 SGE

Does L23 SGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 SGE is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 SGE?
The MOT on L23 SGE is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 SGE done?
L23 SGE was recorded at 153,971 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 6,092 miles a year.
Has L23 SGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 SGE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 SGE 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 L23 SGE find?
L23 SGE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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