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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,968 cc

L45 RCAMOT history

L45 RCA is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 51,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L45 RCA white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
51,452 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L45 RCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L45 RCA was last recorded at 51,452 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 1,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,111 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,341 miles
Average per year
754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,452 miles
  • 2025 – 50,111 miles
  • 2024 – 48,893 miles
  • 2022 – 48,772 miles
  • 2021 – 48,239 miles
  • 2020 – 47,121 miles
  • 2019 – 46,693 miles
  • 2018 – 45,727 miles
  • 2017 – 44,295 miles
  • 2016 – 43,000 miles
  • 2015 – 42,477 miles
  • 2014 – 41,175 miles
  • 2013 – 40,999 miles
  • 2012 – 40,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,452 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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Centre exhaust rubber broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,452 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    220425518973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    50,111 miles
    Test number
    442159729580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail50,111 miles (+1,218)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,111 miles
    Test number
    473250129120
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass48,893 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    48,893 miles
    Test number
    540313330710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass48,772 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,772 miles
    Test number
    204625682537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,239 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,239 miles
    Test number
    372346790595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,121 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    727312750145
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail47,121 miles (+428)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    633034891283
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testFront Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass46,693 miles (+966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,693 miles
    Test number
    788536889460
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective CENTRE SECTION 'O' RING RUBBER MOUNTING SPLIT BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryJUST MET EMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TOP SIDE LIGHT INOP
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear WHEEL BINDING SLIGHTLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass45,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,727 miles
    Test number
    348236602503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,727 miles (+1,432)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,727 miles
    Test number
    142271945470
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to manifold blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass44,295 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,295 miles
    Test number
    773533727242
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  13. Fail44,280 miles (+1,280)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,280 miles
    Test number
    101048859947
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicator (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber broken

  14. Pass43,000 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,000 miles
    Test number
    518087351082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,477 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,477 miles
    Test number
    207298785464
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine stals when cold
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass42,477 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,477 miles
    Test number
    218798385177
    • NoteEngine stals when cold
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail42,466 miles (+1,291)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,466 miles
    Test number
    247553935126
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine stalls when cold

  18. Pass41,175 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,175 miles
    Test number
    238703334188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,999 miles (+312)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,999 miles
    Test number
    757352543164
    • NoteBoth front tyres 10 years old offside rear tyre cracking 10 years old nearside rear tyre cracking 12 years old
    • NoteOffside front marker light inopp

  20. Pass40,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,687 miles
    Test number
    166721622188
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Questions about L45 RCA

Does L45 RCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L45 RCA is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L45 RCA?
The MOT on L45 RCA 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 L45 RCA done?
L45 RCA was recorded at 51,452 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 754 miles a year.
Has L45 RCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L45 RCA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L45 RCA 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 L45 RCA find?
L45 RCA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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