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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,400 cc

L27 NWRMOT history

L27 NWR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Oct 1993. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024 and it has passed 13 of 25 MOT tests, with 155,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2023.

L27 NWR silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2024
Mileage
155,042 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
13 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 NWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 NWR was last recorded at 155,042 miles on 13 Jun 2023, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2012: 121,594 miles, lower than 125,895 miles on 24 Sept 2011.

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
154,814 miles · 14 Jun 2019
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
2,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,042 miles
  • 2019 – 154,814 miles
  • 2017 – 151,764 miles
  • 2016 – 148,820 miles
  • 2015 – 145,227 miles
  • 2014 – 134,704 miles
  • 2013 – 129,665 miles
  • 2012 – 121,594 miles
  • 2011 – 125,895 miles
  • 2010 – 123,504 miles
  • 2009 – 119,049 miles
  • 2008 – 115,507 miles
  • 2007 – 111,161 miles
  • 2006 – 107,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,042 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear.both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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.

  • Body & underbody corrosion in various places

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside by fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into brake caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by brake flexi-hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    155,042 miles
    Test number
    232505803477
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear.both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Fail155,042 miles (+228)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,042 miles
    Test number
    957536121786
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear.both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Pass154,814 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,814 miles
    Test number
    548601897808
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by brake flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail154,814 miles (+33)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,814 miles
    Test number
    783851762962
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe leaking possible injector leak off (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle offside the weaker side (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading into brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by brake flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail154,781 miles (+3,017)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,781 miles
    Test number
    618248779479
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis close to shock absorber mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side sill at front of side loading door, which is within 30cm of seat belt mounting/fuel tank strap (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis close to shock absorber mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to calliper corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member around tow bar mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll flexible brake pipe ferrules slightly corroded

  6. Pass151,764 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,764 miles
    Test number
    110654571798
    • AdvisoryBody & underbody corrosion in various places

  7. Fail151,761 miles (+2,941)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,761 miles
    Test number
    627746268019
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBody & underbody corrosion in various places

  8. Pass148,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    148,820 miles
    Test number
    351265903677
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBody & underbody corrosion in various places

  9. Fail148,820 miles (+3,593)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,820 miles
    Test number
    934697659374
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBody & underbody corrosion in various places

  10. Pass145,227 miles (+10,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,227 miles
    Test number
    686419265193
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass134,704 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    134,704 miles
    Test number
    766755574170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail134,675 miles (+5,010)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,675 miles
    Test number
    337467244165
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteNS outer centre sill has been repaired inside door shut, but is not visible due to NSR door not opening.

  13. Pass129,665 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    129,665 miles
    Test number
    736548363179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOSR tyre has a split in the inner sidewall, but not in excess of the requirements.

  14. Fail129,665 miles3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,665 miles
    Test number
    557658063113
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOSR tyre has a split in the inner sidewall, but not in excess of the requirements.

  15. Fail129,665 miles (+8,071)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,665 miles
    Test number
    355529143168
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass121,594 miles (-4,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,594 miles
    Test number
    858640312151
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail125,895 miles (+2,391)9 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    527717161236
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteVan lowered no suspension travel

  18. Pass123,504 miles (+4,455)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    123,504 miles
    Test number
    461647860222
    • NoteCorrosion n/s body sill.
    • NoteCorrosion o/s body sill.
    • NoteCut on o/s/r tyre inner sidewall.
    • NoteN/s/f c.v gaitor beginning to perish/crack.
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f track rod.
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f track rod.

  19. Pass119,049 miles (+3,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    119,049 miles
    Test number
    380437659212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass115,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    115,507 miles
    Test number
    150433658269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail115,507 miles (+4,346)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,507 miles
    Test number
    364523658471
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail111,161 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,161 miles
    Test number
    280960757262
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass111,161 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    111,161 miles
    Test number
    572880757203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass107,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    107,339 miles
    Test number
    751709446203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail107,339 miles6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,339 miles
    Test number
    763235646299
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBrake fluid level low

Questions about L27 NWR

Does L27 NWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L27 NWR expired on 12 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L27 NWR?
The MOT on L27 NWR expired on 12 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L27 NWR done?
L27 NWR was recorded at 155,042 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2023, an average of 2,843 miles a year.
Has L27 NWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 NWR has failed 12 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L27 NWR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L27 NWR find?
L27 NWR passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2023 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear.both sides.

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