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Volkswagen LT

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,461 cc

L29 SKMMOT history

L29 SKM is a green diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 255,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
255,726 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 SKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 SKM was last recorded at 255,726 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Dec 2013: 19,910 miles, lower than 169,910 miles on 18 Dec 2013.

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
253,509 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,217 miles
Average per year
8,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 255,726 miles
  • 2025 – 253,509 miles
  • 2024 – 251,498 miles
  • 2023 – 246,557 miles
  • 2022 – 240,582 miles
  • 2021 – 232,476 miles
  • 2020 – 226,735 miles
  • 2019 – 216,234 miles
  • 2018 – 206,495 miles
  • 2017 – 193,755 miles
  • 2016 – 185,821 miles
  • 2015 – 177,705 miles
  • 2013 – 19,910 miles
  • 2012 – 155,714 miles
  • 2011 – 143,449 miles
  • 2010 – 128,591 miles
  • 2008 – 111,155 miles
  • 2007 – 95,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,726 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass255,726 miles (+2,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    255,726 miles
    Test number
    491638737525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass253,509 miles (+2,011)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    253,509 miles
    Test number
    205864178450
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp top brake light (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass251,498 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    251,498 miles
    Test number
    674115622271
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail251,498 miles (+4,941)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,498 miles
    Test number
    681306751692
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass246,557 miles (+5,975)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    246,557 miles
    Test number
    222797245042
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass240,582 miles (+8,106)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    240,582 miles
    Test number
    438460401363
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass232,476 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    232,476 miles
    Test number
    182133648370
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  8. Fail232,476 miles (+5,741)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,476 miles
    Test number
    335044737246
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  9. Pass226,735 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    226,735 miles
    Test number
    219415091499
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight has chip in glass (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  10. Fail226,734 miles (+10,500)1 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,734 miles
    Test number
    587501518222
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight has chip in glass (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  11. Pass216,234 miles (+9,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    216,234 miles
    Test number
    495766036358
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  12. Pass206,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    206,495 miles
    Test number
    628725854173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail206,495 miles (+12,740)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,495 miles
    Test number
    285121078453
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass193,755 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    193,755 miles
    Test number
    299325856388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull cable

  15. Fail193,750 miles (+7,929)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,750 miles
    Test number
    446755505847
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside passenger door does not latch securely closed side door (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull cable

  16. Pass185,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    185,821 miles
    Test number
    133370756717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail185,821 miles (+8,116)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,821 miles
    Test number
    464486057305
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass177,705 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    177,705 miles
    Test number
    337849705008
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail177,705 miles (+157,795)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,705 miles
    Test number
    135239605453
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass19,910 miles (-150,000)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,910 miles
    Test number
    106224363371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s [small mirror fitted]
    • NoteN/s front /rear tyre wall in poor condition

  21. Fail169,910 miles (+14,196)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,910 miles
    Test number
    469332653366
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs in poor condition inner face
    • NoteN/s [small mirror fitted]
    • NoteN/s front /rear tyre wall in poor condition
    • NoteO/s rear lens damaged

  22. Pass155,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    155,714 miles
    Test number
    816566202204
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail155,714 miles (+12,265)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,714 miles
    Test number
    125451302209
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Fail143,449 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,449 miles
    Test number
    457611971153
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s rear lens damaged

  25. Pass143,449 miles (+1,265)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    143,449 miles
    Test number
    926231471106
    • NoteO/s rear lens damaged

  26. Fail142,184 miles (+13,593)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,184 miles
    Test number
    278768431475
    • FailureNearside Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s rear len s slightly damaged

  27. Pass128,591 miles (+17,436)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    128,591 miles
    Test number
    130823580026
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass111,155 miles (+15,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    111,155 miles
    Test number
    681669638348
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  29. Pass95,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    95,918 miles
    Test number
    802862437367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 SKM

Does L29 SKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 SKM is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 SKM?
The MOT on L29 SKM is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 SKM done?
L29 SKM was recorded at 255,726 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 8,741 miles a year.
Has L29 SKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 SKM has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L29 SKM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L29 SKM find?
L29 SKM passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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