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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 1,896 cc

L23 XNPMOT history

L23 XNP is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 150,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

L23 XNP red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
150,665 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 XNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 XNP was last recorded at 150,665 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2020: 149,561 miles, lower than 149,595 miles on 11 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,665 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,665 miles
  • 2023 – 150,578 miles
  • 2022 – 150,110 miles
  • 2020 – 149,561 miles
  • 2019 – 149,568 miles
  • 2018 – 149,533 miles
  • 2017 – 149,355 miles
  • 2016 – 148,960 miles
  • 2015 – 147,309 miles
  • 2014 – 146,129 miles
  • 2013 – 145,367 miles
  • 2011 – 144,127 miles
  • 2010 – 139,457 miles
  • 2009 – 132,192 miles
  • 2008 – 125,143 miles
  • 2007 – 117,797 miles
  • 2006 – 110,546 miles
  • 2005 – 103,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,665 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,665 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,665 miles
    Test number
    473972291444
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail150,665 miles (+87)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,665 miles
    Test number
    944540693086
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Under body (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Under body (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sliding door step/Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Drivers step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Multiple (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass150,578 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    150,578 miles
    Test number
    456969087596
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail150,576 miles (+466)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,576 miles
    Test number
    609827024622
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass150,110 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,110 miles
    Test number
    706503227800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail150,105 miles (+544)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,105 miles
    Test number
    507028403580
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass149,561 miles (-34)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    149,561 miles
    Test number
    474251057368
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail149,595 miles (+27)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,595 miles
    Test number
    295325814571
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass149,568 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,568 miles
    Test number
    761385497525
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass149,533 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    149,533 miles
    Test number
    245664429413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,532 miles (+177)2 dangerous10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,532 miles
    Test number
    711072866615
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped round load valve (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front arm mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass149,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    149,355 miles
    Test number
    786171296575
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail149,353 miles (+393)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,353 miles
    Test number
    438134638299
    • FailureOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass148,960 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    148,960 miles
    Test number
    690332004287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail148,889 miles (+1,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,889 miles
    Test number
    809019139912
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass147,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    147,309 miles
    Test number
    635478075067
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail147,309 miles (+1,180)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,309 miles
    Test number
    879908175097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass146,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    146,129 miles
    Test number
    315321684052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail146,129 miles (+762)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,129 miles
    Test number
    876431484036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass145,367 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    145,367 miles
    Test number
    147308423484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass144,127 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    144,127 miles
    Test number
    879659511386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteWiper blades splitting

  22. Fail144,127 miles (+4,670)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,127 miles
    Test number
    996679211352
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteWiper blades splitting

  23. Pass139,457 miles (+7,265)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    139,457 miles
    Test number
    670514510391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches have corrosion

  24. Pass132,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    132,192 miles
    Test number
    602153619317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail132,192 miles (+7,049)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,192 miles
    Test number
    433543219462
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  26. Pass125,143 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    125,143 miles
    Test number
    161335928341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,797 miles (+7,251)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    117,797 miles
    Test number
    864295727394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass110,546 miles (+7,117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    110,546 miles
    Test number
    101442416337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass103,429 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    103,429 miles
    Test number
    603182415392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail103,428 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,428 miles
    Test number
    673361415390
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about L23 XNP

Does L23 XNP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 XNP expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 XNP?
The MOT on L23 XNP expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 XNP done?
L23 XNP was recorded at 150,665 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 2,376 miles a year.
Has L23 XNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 XNP has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 XNP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L23 XNP find?
L23 XNP passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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