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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

L30 NKCMOT history

L30 NKC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

L30 NKC grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
143,665 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 NKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 NKC was last recorded at 143,665 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,587 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
7,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,665 miles
  • 2024 – 136,787 miles
  • 2023 – 130,380 miles
  • 2022 – 121,511 miles
  • 2021 – 112,057 miles
  • 2020 – 110,168 miles
  • 2019 – 105,644 miles
  • 2018 – 97,511 miles
  • 2017 – 90,894 miles
  • 2016 – 79,281 miles
  • 2015 – 68,721 miles
  • 2014 – 61,180 miles
  • 2013 – 55,104 miles
  • 2012 – 38,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,665 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine oil leaks.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Original front wheels and tyres not fitted at time of test.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,665 miles (+78)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    143,665 miles
    Test number
    800689677830
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,587 miles (+6,800)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,587 miles
    Test number
    406311513114
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine bay area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,787 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    203759581761
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryOriginal front wheels and tyres not fitted at time of test.

  4. Fail136,787 miles (+6,407)3 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    751163142723
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front inner bush as marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryOriginal front wheels and tyres not fitted at time of test.

  5. Pass130,380 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,380 miles
    Test number
    381613683751
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone - rear inner bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone - rear inner bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail130,380 miles (+8,869)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,380 miles
    Test number
    140326832058
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone - rear inner bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone - rear inner bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass121,511 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,511 miles
    Test number
    755042463404
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail121,508 miles (+9,451)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,508 miles
    Test number
    705957555299
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass112,057 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,057 miles
    Test number
    698879318766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,168 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,168 miles
    Test number
    177528835626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,830 miles (+4,186)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,830 miles
    Test number
    524116169902
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass105,644 miles (+8,133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,644 miles
    Test number
    755076171180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass97,511 miles (+6,617)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    97,511 miles
    Test number
    495468043773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,894 miles (+11,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,894 miles
    Test number
    221230651844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  15. Pass79,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,281 miles
    Test number
    939433971262
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  16. Fail79,281 miles (+10,560)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,281 miles
    Test number
    506284914874
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  17. Pass68,721 miles (+7,541)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,721 miles
    Test number
    938246905055
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  18. Pass61,180 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,180 miles
    Test number
    119294414041
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has sidewall damage

  19. Fail61,180 miles (+6,076)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,180 miles
    Test number
    695504514076
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has sidewall damage

  20. Pass55,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,104 miles
    Test number
    149981523424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,103 miles (+16,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,103 miles
    Test number
    186051923005
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass38,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,768 miles
    Test number
    555035122046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 NKC

Does L30 NKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 NKC is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L30 NKC?
The MOT on L30 NKC is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 NKC done?
L30 NKC was recorded at 143,665 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 7,611 miles a year.
Has L30 NKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 NKC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 NKC 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 NKC find?
L30 NKC passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 4 more.

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