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Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L40 STLMOT history

L40 STL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 10 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 82,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L40 STL blue Volkswagen Caddy – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,725 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 STL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 STL was last recorded at 82,725 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 7,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,122 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,603 miles
Average per year
6,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,725 miles
  • 2025 – 75,122 miles
  • 2024 – 68,840 miles
  • 2023 – 60,891 miles
  • 2022 – 55,761 miles
  • 2021 – 48,544 miles
  • 2020 – 43,969 miles
  • 2019 – 35,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,725 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 31 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    499563529978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,724 miles (+7,602)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,724 miles
    Test number
    716516999432
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,122 miles (+6,282)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,122 miles
    Test number
    597528635723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,840 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,840 miles
    Test number
    993417849086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,839 miles (+7,948)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    723453518211
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass60,891 miles (+5,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    226401595598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass55,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,761 miles
    Test number
    615293064262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail55,761 miles (+7,217)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,761 miles
    Test number
    354548097223
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,544 miles (+4,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,544 miles
    Test number
    721904107360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close & inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,969 miles (+8,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,969 miles
    Test number
    293111277454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass35,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    35,545 miles
    Test number
    871898406382
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs corrosion & pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about L40 STL

Does L40 STL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 STL is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 STL?
The MOT on L40 STL is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 STL done?
L40 STL was recorded at 82,725 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 6,555 miles a year.
Has L40 STL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 STL has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 STL 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 L40 STL find?
L40 STL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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