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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 1,896 cc

L38 GCGMOT history

L38 GCG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 79,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L38 GCG blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
79,671 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L38 GCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L38 GCG was last recorded at 79,671 miles on 13 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,668 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,671 miles
  • 2025 – 79,435 miles
  • 2024 – 78,235 miles
  • 2022 – 75,462 miles
  • 2021 – 73,198 miles
  • 2020 – 71,618 miles
  • 2019 – 71,279 miles
  • 2018 – 70,686 miles
  • 2017 – 70,399 miles
  • 2016 – 69,620 miles
  • 2015 – 68,814 miles
  • 2014 – 65,582 miles
  • 2013 – 64,339 miles
  • 2011 – 63,044 miles
  • 2010 – 62,528 miles
  • 2009 – 60,442 miles
  • 2008 – 59,596 miles
  • 2007 – 58,851 miles
  • 2006 – 57,451 miles
  • 2005 – 56,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,671 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNsf and osf front panels corroded but not with in 12 inches of prescribed areaRecorded 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,671 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,671 miles
    Test number
    648701112134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryNsf and osf front panels corroded but not with in 12 inches of prescribed area

  2. Fail79,668 miles (+233)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,668 miles
    Test number
    888306836916
    • 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryNsf and osf front panels corroded but not with in 12 inches of prescribed area

  3. Pass79,435 miles (+14)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    271749561703
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail79,421 miles (+1,186)1 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,421 miles
    Test number
    257108278480
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass78,235 miles (+19)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,235 miles
    Test number
    758048318150
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail78,216 miles (+2,754)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    857148630699
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass75,462 miles (+2,264)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,462 miles
    Test number
    716408149750
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass73,198 miles (+10)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    313430152293
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail73,188 miles (+1,570)1 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,188 miles
    Test number
    117495231843
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass71,618 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,618 miles
    Test number
    138425846030
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail71,614 miles (+335)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,614 miles
    Test number
    315121609781
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass71,279 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    423153160852
    • AdvisoryFront under wing panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported both (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  13. Fail71,277 miles (+591)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,277 miles
    Test number
    143218581263
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under wing panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported both (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  14. Pass70,686 miles (+287)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,686 miles
    Test number
    157404449088
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass70,399 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,399 miles
    Test number
    341644941691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,397 miles (+777)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,397 miles
    Test number
    692457420847
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass69,620 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    487716938933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  18. Fail69,615 miles (+801)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,615 miles
    Test number
    648679916660
    • FailureFront Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  19. Pass68,814 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    118087520253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,582 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,582 miles
    Test number
    865749604092
    • NoteFront tyres in old/poor condition

  21. Fail65,582 miles (+1,243)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,582 miles
    Test number
    875529804015
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres in old/poor condition

  22. Pass64,339 miles (+1,295)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,339 miles
    Test number
    167047603420
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear springs have coil broken off but still locating and servicable

  23. Pass63,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,044 miles
    Test number
    827493841378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,044 miles (+516)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,044 miles
    Test number
    235963841344
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail62,528 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    343705530392
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass62,528 miles (+2,086)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    583525430348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,442 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,442 miles
    Test number
    400545439378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass59,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    761206138303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail59,596 miles (+745)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    420536538394
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

  30. Pass58,851 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    58,851 miles
    Test number
    500351247306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,451 miles
    Test number
    852134626379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail57,451 miles (+956)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,451 miles
    Test number
    100334626380
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Pass56,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    56,495 miles
    Test number
    602542025392
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  34. Fail56,495 miles5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,495 miles
    Test number
    684592925383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L38 GCG

Does L38 GCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L38 GCG is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L38 GCG?
The MOT on L38 GCG is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L38 GCG done?
L38 GCG was recorded at 79,671 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,132 miles a year.
Has L38 GCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L38 GCG has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L38 GCG 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 L38 GCG find?
L38 GCG passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear coil spring corroded; spare tyre defective, and 1 more.

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