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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

L3 ELXMOT history

L3 ELX is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 227,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

L3 ELX black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
227,988 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 ELX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 ELX was last recorded at 227,988 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 1,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,893 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,095 miles
Average per year
10,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,988 miles
  • 2025 – 226,893 miles
  • 2024 – 224,885 miles
  • 2023 – 214,740 miles
  • 2022 – 213,156 miles
  • 2021 – 196,987 miles
  • 2020 – 184,392 miles
  • 2019 – 168,213 miles
  • 2018 – 148,269 miles
  • 2017 – 141,390 miles
  • 2016 – 134,770 miles
  • 2015 – 127,326 miles
  • 2014 – 118,509 miles
  • 2013 – 106,193 miles
  • 2012 – 89,231 miles
  • 2011 – 72,179 miles
  • 2010 – 54,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,988 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • N/S DOOR MIRROR CASING DAMAGED, GLASS INTACT.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,988 miles (+1,095)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    227,988 miles
    Test number
    108668481398
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  2. Pass226,893 miles (+2,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    226,893 miles
    Test number
    716289207136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass224,885 miles (+10,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    224,885 miles
    Test number
    236794626162
    • AdvisoryExhaust Box Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top Mount Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass214,740 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    214,740 miles
    Test number
    177544629078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail214,738 miles (+1,582)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,738 miles
    Test number
    263271983241
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass213,156 miles (+16,169)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    213,156 miles
    Test number
    680386276581
    • MinorLower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass196,987 miles (+12,595)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,987 miles
    Test number
    216757238601
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass184,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    184,392 miles
    Test number
    751199125822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail184,392 miles (+16,179)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,392 miles
    Test number
    918034969823
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass168,213 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    168,213 miles
    Test number
    894284537198
    • AdvisoryN/S DOOR MIRROR CASING DAMAGED, GLASS INTACT.

  11. Fail168,212 miles (+19,943)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,212 miles
    Test number
    678044181702
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/S DOOR MIRROR CASING DAMAGED, GLASS INTACT.

  12. Pass148,269 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    148,269 miles
    Test number
    480488009827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass141,390 miles (+6,620)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    141,390 miles
    Test number
    105987271556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,770 miles (+7,444)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    134,770 miles
    Test number
    985967303338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass127,326 miles (+8,817)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    127,326 miles
    Test number
    577510875061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    118,509 miles
    Test number
    469022374041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail118,509 miles (+12,316)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,509 miles
    Test number
    117390974087
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  18. Pass106,193 miles (+16,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,193 miles
    Test number
    809478153052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass89,231 miles (+17,052)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,231 miles
    Test number
    118623172494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,179 miles
    Test number
    907360571093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,167 miles (+17,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,167 miles
    Test number
    709570971083
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass54,337 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    401722960023
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail54,337 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    972812760046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about L3 ELX

Does L3 ELX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 ELX is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 ELX?
The MOT on L3 ELX is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 ELX done?
L3 ELX was recorded at 227,988 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 10,498 miles a year.
Has L3 ELX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 ELX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L3 ELX 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 L3 ELX find?
L3 ELX passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive; exhaust box corroded.

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