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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue and Grey · Diesel · 1994 · 1,900 cc

L47 NGWMOT history

L47 NGW is a blue and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 167,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L47 NGW blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
167,223 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L47 NGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
18 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L47 NGW was last recorded at 167,223 miles on 18 May 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,211 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,223 miles
  • 2025 – 167,211 miles
  • 2024 – 166,101 miles
  • 2022 – 164,151 miles
  • 2021 – 159,893 miles
  • 2020 – 156,722 miles
  • 2019 – 153,380 miles
  • 2018 – 149,199 miles
  • 2017 – 144,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,223 miles
  • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,223 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    167,223 miles
    Test number
    792501476841
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass167,211 miles (+1,110)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    167,211 miles
    Test number
    344493193161
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass166,101 miles (+14)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    166,101 miles
    Test number
    117470286143
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail166,087 miles (+1,936)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,087 miles
    Test number
    367646459510
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass164,151 miles (+4,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    164,151 miles
    Test number
    246293739748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass159,893 miles (+3,171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,893 miles
    Test number
    524831717376
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n.s and o.s

  7. Pass156,722 miles (+3,342)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    156,722 miles
    Test number
    713475255421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass153,380 miles (+4,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,380 miles
    Test number
    230883200017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass149,199 miles (+5,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,199 miles
    Test number
    241471822283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass144,004 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,004 miles
    Test number
    775462355299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorroded in various areas but not excessive and under sealed in various areas restricting inspection of various previous repairs
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  11. Fail144,001 miles7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,001 miles
    Test number
    767442471259
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorroded in various areas but not excessive and under sealed in various areas restricting inspection of various previous repairs
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about L47 NGW

Does L47 NGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L47 NGW is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L47 NGW?
The MOT on L47 NGW is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L47 NGW done?
L47 NGW was recorded at 167,223 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,699 miles a year.
Has L47 NGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L47 NGW has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L47 NGW 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 L47 NGW find?
L47 NGW passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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