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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

L31 FVOMOT history

L31 FVO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

L31 FVO white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
144,297 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 FVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 FVO was last recorded at 144,297 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 7,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,728 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,569 miles
Average per year
7,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,297 miles
  • 2024 – 136,728 miles
  • 2022 – 134,001 miles
  • 2019 – 130,836 miles
  • 2018 – 121,865 miles
  • 2017 – 111,671 miles
  • 2016 – 100,452 miles
  • 2015 – 89,772 miles
  • 2014 – 79,642 miles
  • 2013 – 71,899 miles
  • 2012 – 64,961 miles
  • 2011 – 52,448 miles
  • 2010 – 41,818 miles
  • 2009 – 30,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,297 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.

  • Offside mirror backing missing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Offside reverse light not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Wiper blades splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,297 miles (+7,569)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,297 miles
    Test number
    315747363304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,728 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,728 miles
    Test number
    456255224616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,722 miles (+2,721)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,722 miles
    Test number
    317628033618
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass134,001 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,001 miles
    Test number
    471762090110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass130,836 miles (+111)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,836 miles
    Test number
    482591773279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades splitting

  6. Fail130,725 miles (+8,860)7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,725 miles
    Test number
    527491465177
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge of the tread and has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryWiper blades splitting

  7. Pass121,865 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,865 miles
    Test number
    840408491907
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads look thin(recommend closer inspection

  8. Fail121,861 miles (+10,190)11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    318483663651
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads look thin(recommend closer inspection

  9. Pass111,671 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,671 miles
    Test number
    938728648119
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Fail111,666 miles (+11,214)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,666 miles
    Test number
    866041931055
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded rear part of offside front too rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear part of nearside front too rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass100,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,452 miles
    Test number
    923029511576
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing

  12. Fail100,450 miles (+10,678)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,450 miles
    Test number
    812017005770
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing missing

  13. Pass89,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,772 miles
    Test number
    733561439445
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Fail89,771 miles (+10,129)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,771 miles
    Test number
    888141864709
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass79,642 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    927915414332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,899 miles (+6,938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,899 miles
    Test number
    116667113365
    • NoteBoth rear tyres poor condition

  17. Pass64,961 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,961 miles
    Test number
    198978522382
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Fail64,961 miles (+12,513)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,961 miles
    Test number
    479918522335
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass52,448 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,448 miles
    Test number
    315309111385
    • NoteCentre rear stop light poor
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Fail52,447 miles (+10,629)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    947299611341
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre rear stop light poor
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Pass41,818 miles (+11,216)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,818 miles
    Test number
    603406420391
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteEngine light on

  22. Pass30,602 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,602 miles
    Test number
    642599229323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light on

Questions about L31 FVO

Does L31 FVO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 FVO expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 FVO?
The MOT on L31 FVO expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 FVO done?
L31 FVO was recorded at 144,297 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 7,232 miles a year.
Has L31 FVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 FVO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 FVO 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 L31 FVO find?
L31 FVO passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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