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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 1,896 cc

L28 FVHMOT history

L28 FVH is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 205,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

L28 FVH red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
205,579 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 FVH
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
28 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 FVH was last recorded at 205,579 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2008: 117,289 miles, lower than 117,298 miles on 1 Feb 2008.

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
205,579 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,579 miles
  • 2022 – 198,436 miles
  • 2021 – 197,530 miles
  • 2019 – 197,238 miles
  • 2016 – 193,518 miles
  • 2015 – 189,033 miles
  • 2014 – 185,907 miles
  • 2013 – 173,174 miles
  • 2012 – 160,233 miles
  • 2011 – 147,186 miles
  • 2010 – 134,096 miles
  • 2009 – 126,087 miles
  • 2008 – 117,289 miles
  • 2007 – 108,166 miles
  • 2005 – 103,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,579 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from flexi hose going to rear corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    205,579 miles
    Test number
    204943732042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail205,579 miles (+7,143)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,579 miles
    Test number
    597533854542
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass198,436 miles (+906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    198,436 miles
    Test number
    280940125607
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass197,530 miles (+292)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    197,530 miles
    Test number
    819966758412
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  5. Pass197,238 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    197,238 miles
    Test number
    260021087431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from flexi hose going to rear corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail197,236 miles (+3,718)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,236 miles
    Test number
    548463566803
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from flexi hose going to rear corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hand brake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S/R corner of floor corroded. Not within prescribed area.
  7. Pass193,518 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    193,518 miles
    Test number
    593850396567
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Fail193,514 miles (+4,481)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,514 miles
    Test number
    600495428312
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  9. Pass189,033 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    189,033 miles
    Test number
    677787895024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail189,032 miles (+3,125)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,032 miles
    Test number
    929193095036
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  11. Pass185,907 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    185,907 miles
    Test number
    296088414127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail185,898 miles (+73)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,898 miles
    Test number
    728614114158
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  13. Fail185,825 miles (+525)1 dangerous9 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,825 miles
    Test number
    485028294048
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine noisey
  14. Fail185,300 miles (+12,126)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,300 miles
    Test number
    215104574061
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass173,174 miles (+12,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    173,174 miles
    Test number
    795132493081
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass160,233 miles (+17)5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    160,233 miles
    Test number
    769904912140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteV.I.N.not fully recorded on DVLA system
    • NoteClutch pedal pad missing
    • NoteLight scatching front screen
    • NoteRear section exhaust deteriorated
  17. Fail160,216 miles (+13,030)21 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,216 miles
    Test number
    779828082063
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside 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 Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteV.I N.not fully recorded on DVLA system
    • NoteClutch pedal pad missing
    • NoteLight scratching front screen
  18. Pass147,186 miles (+94)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    147,186 miles
    Test number
    965506051003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust has been repaired & blowing slightly
    • NoteNearside front inner wing near to fuel filter corroded & holed
    • NoteNearside rear wheel rim damaged
    • NoteRear coil springs are lowered
  19. Fail147,092 miles (+12,996)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,092 miles
    Test number
    925420751090
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEmissions passed with blowing exhaust
    • NoteFront brake discs appear in poor condition
    • NoteNearside front inner wing near to fuel filter corroded & holed
    • NoteNearside rear wheel rim damaged
    • NoteRear coil springs are lowered
  20. Pass134,096 miles (+45)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    134,096 miles
    Test number
    264720970018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs insecure with suspension hanging but do relocate when lowered
  21. Fail134,051 miles (+7,964)9 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,051 miles
    Test number
    240015560081
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs insecure with suspension hanging but do relocate when lowered
  22. Pass126,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    126,087 miles
    Test number
    250469269092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail126,087 miles (+8,798)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,087 miles
    Test number
    643249469010
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  24. Pass117,289 miles (-9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    117,289 miles
    Test number
    123743638452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Fail117,298 miles (+9,132)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,298 miles
    Test number
    113392538416
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass108,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    108,166 miles
    Test number
    173883007056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  27. Fail108,166 miles (+4,911)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,166 miles
    Test number
    964243407038
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  28. Pass103,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    103,255 miles
    Test number
    844774385271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail8,345 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,345 miles
    Test number
    214294685256
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about L28 FVH

Does L28 FVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 FVH is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 FVH?
The MOT on L28 FVH is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 FVH done?
L28 FVH was recorded at 205,579 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 9,652 miles a year.
Has L28 FVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 FVH has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 FVH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L28 FVH find?
L28 FVH passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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