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Volkswagen Transporter

Beige · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

L30 NFOMOT history

L30 NFO is a beige diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 194,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

L30 NFO beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
194,784 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 NFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 NFO was last recorded at 194,784 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 3,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,159 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,625 miles
Average per year
7,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,784 miles
  • 2025 – 191,159 miles
  • 2024 – 188,966 miles
  • 2022 – 174,487 miles
  • 2021 – 165,643 miles
  • 2019 – 160,384 miles
  • 2018 – 154,819 miles
  • 2016 – 146,848 miles
  • 2015 – 138,754 miles
  • 2014 – 130,745 miles
  • 2013 – 121,901 miles
  • 2012 – 111,142 miles
  • 2011 – 99,269 miles
  • 2010 – 89,063 miles
  • 2009 – 74,104 miles
  • 2008 – 57,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,784 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on both edges close to the limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,784 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    194,784 miles
    Test number
    908834333641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass191,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    191,159 miles
    Test number
    590397815335
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail191,159 miles (+2,193)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,159 miles
    Test number
    712935047444
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,966 miles (+14,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    188,966 miles
    Test number
    165606798255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,487 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    174,487 miles
    Test number
    759646149364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on both edges close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail174,474 miles (+8,831)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,474 miles
    Test number
    720832223313
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre worn down to the cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn outer edges due to low pressures has caused separation of the tyre structure exposing the cords on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission Transmission or engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Cracked screen and 2 chips larger than 10mm in the drives view. (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on both edges close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass165,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    165,643 miles
    Test number
    929066937979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail165,643 miles (+5,259)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,643 miles
    Test number
    491099222422
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass160,384 miles (+5,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,384 miles
    Test number
    972019009629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen broken but not in drivers view

  10. Pass154,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    154,819 miles
    Test number
    483356345342
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail154,819 miles (+7,971)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,819 miles
    Test number
    615043131080
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass146,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,848 miles
    Test number
    434978646942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail146,848 miles (+8,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,848 miles
    Test number
    424569354596
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

  14. Pass138,754 miles (+8,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    138,754 miles
    Test number
    408091195126
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass130,745 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,745 miles
    Test number
    536420694120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,735 miles (+8,834)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,735 miles
    Test number
    227249684196
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass121,901 miles (+10,759)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    649051453128
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass111,142 miles (+11,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,142 miles
    Test number
    448572842161
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass99,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,269 miles
    Test number
    235111671045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,238 miles (+10,175)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,238 miles
    Test number
    567021171006
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass89,063 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    89,063 miles
    Test number
    563457360063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,505 miles (+13,401)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    110623430480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,104 miles (+16,152)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    693376839046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,952 miles
    Test number
    104739328074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 NFO

Does L30 NFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 NFO is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 NFO?
The MOT on L30 NFO is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 NFO done?
L30 NFO was recorded at 194,784 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 7,543 miles a year.
Has L30 NFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 NFO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 NFO 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 L30 NFO find?
L30 NFO passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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