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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L39 NRBMOT history

L39 NRB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

L39 NRB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
82,125 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 NRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
19 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 NRB was last recorded at 82,125 miles on 5 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,121 miles · 4 May 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,125 miles
  • 2025 – 81,409 miles
  • 2024 – 81,136 miles
  • 2023 – 80,886 miles
  • 2022 – 79,981 miles
  • 2021 – 78,486 miles
  • 2019 – 76,067 miles
  • 2018 – 73,080 miles
  • 2017 – 72,939 miles
  • 2016 – 72,377 miles
  • 2015 – 71,661 miles
  • 2014 – 71,642 miles
  • 2013 – 71,374 miles
  • 2011 – 65,795 miles
  • 2010 – 62,014 miles
  • 2009 – 57,948 miles
  • 2008 – 57,023 miles
  • 2007 – 56,659 miles
  • 2006 – 55,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,125 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded 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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,125 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,125 miles
    Test number
    495650438640
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  2. Fail82,121 miles (+712)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,121 miles
    Test number
    351247915678
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  3. Pass81,409 miles (+273)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,409 miles
    Test number
    228562528352
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  4. Pass81,136 miles (+250)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,136 miles
    Test number
    945702239201
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Faulty (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake cable insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake as little reserve travel

  5. Pass80,886 miles (+905)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,886 miles
    Test number
    579424436770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,981 miles (+1,495)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,981 miles
    Test number
    380687785534
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass78,486 miles (+2,419)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,486 miles
    Test number
    550634255702
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass76,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    191451527917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail76,067 miles (+58)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    776970253938
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail76,009 miles (+2,929)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,009 miles
    Test number
    484368480588
    • DangerousTowbar with an unsafe modification to primary components (6.1.6 (g) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,080 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,080 miles
    Test number
    241539142649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,939 miles (+562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    168800758306
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside top ball joint

  13. Pass72,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    488484529822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,377 miles (+716)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    118985023375
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass71,661 miles (+19)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    707630795147
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn corroded
    • NoteEngine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

  16. Pass71,642 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    217182884182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,635 miles (+261)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,635 miles
    Test number
    189515864166
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades worn

  18. Pass71,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    597694133179
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail71,374 miles (+5,579)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    615401133147
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass65,795 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    456715251174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,014 miles (+4,066)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,014 miles
    Test number
    260434410114
    • 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)
    • NoteRear foot brake just meets the requirements

  22. Pass57,948 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,948 miles
    Test number
    892901729171
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split

  23. Fail57,948 miles (+925)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,948 miles
    Test number
    161648219127
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split

  24. Pass57,023 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,023 miles
    Test number
    781124918157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,659 miles (+736)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,659 miles
    Test number
    191445897042
    • DangerousBrake fluid contaminated
    • NoteCrack in o/s upper windscreen outside swept area

  26. Pass55,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,923 miles
    Test number
    211513306433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L39 NRB

Does L39 NRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 NRB is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 NRB?
The MOT on L39 NRB is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 NRB done?
L39 NRB was recorded at 82,125 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,306 miles a year.
Has L39 NRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 NRB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L39 NRB 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 L39 NRB find?
L39 NRB passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp, and 1 more.

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