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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

L4 COJMOT history

L4 COJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 191,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

L4 COJ white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
191,129 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 COJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 COJ was last recorded at 191,129 miles on 12 May 2026, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,047 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
7,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,129 miles
  • 2023 – 189,356 miles
  • 2022 – 184,595 miles
  • 2021 – 180,427 miles
  • 2020 – 179,801 miles
  • 2019 – 175,368 miles
  • 2018 – 172,558 miles
  • 2017 – 171,482 miles
  • 2016 – 170,333 miles
  • 2015 – 156,828 miles
  • 2014 – 146,530 miles
  • 2013 – 132,986 miles
  • 2012 – 118,893 miles
  • 2011 – 105,359 miles
  • 2010 – 91,975 miles
  • 2009 – 79,017 miles
  • 2008 – 68,100 miles
  • 2007 – 56,961 miles
  • 2006 – 42,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,129 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass191,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    191,129 miles
    Test number
    381428180702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    691872781670
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Fail191,047 miles4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,047 miles
    Test number
    190450658051
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    600218275108
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass189,356 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    189,356 miles
    Test number
    457117759114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOs and nsr inner arches have slight surface rust

  6. Fail189,356 miles (+4,761)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,356 miles
    Test number
    189891655903
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOs and nsr inner arches have slight surface rust

  7. Pass184,595 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    184,595 miles
    Test number
    916588460274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass180,427 miles (+626)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,427 miles
    Test number
    653325209368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass179,801 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    179,801 miles
    Test number
    261935837624
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f inner tyre wall

  10. Fail179,796 miles (+1,810)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,796 miles
    Test number
    171585676006
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f inner tyre wall
    • AdvisorySpil pipe damp

  11. Pass177,986 miles (+2,618)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    177,986 miles
    Test number
    165886204859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass175,368 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    175,368 miles
    Test number
    539923009406
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Fail175,368 miles (+2,810)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,368 miles
    Test number
    316684140388
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking fuel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass172,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    172,558 miles
    Test number
    671212865682
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail172,558 miles (+1,076)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,558 miles
    Test number
    101769450661
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass171,482 miles (+1,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    171,482 miles
    Test number
    466678517060
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass170,333 miles (+13,505)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    170,333 miles
    Test number
    251117488881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass156,828 miles (+10,298)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    156,828 miles
    Test number
    476812165019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass146,530 miles (+182)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    146,530 miles
    Test number
    877296364017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail146,348 miles (+13,362)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,348 miles
    Test number
    497670864003
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight movement in both front headlights

  21. Pass132,986 miles (+257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    132,986 miles
    Test number
    518466153090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail132,729 miles (+13,836)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,729 miles
    Test number
    565689043095
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass118,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,893 miles
    Test number
    976803862076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail118,893 miles (+13,534)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,893 miles
    Test number
    399343262052
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass105,359 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    175071571060
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail105,359 miles (+13,384)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    579741071009
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail91,975 miles3 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,975 miles
    Test number
    102564570497
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteO/S/R tyre walls are in a very poor condition.
    • NoteSmall cuts in both front wiper blades.

  28. Pass91,975 miles (+12,958)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,975 miles
    Test number
    884264670029
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteO/S/R tyre walls are in a very poor condition.
    • NoteSmall cuts in both front wiper blades.

  29. Pass79,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    764045369077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail79,017 miles (+10,917)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    590195969001
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass68,100 miles (+11,139)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    343544178061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyre walls in poor condition.

  32. Pass56,961 miles (+13,985)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,961 miles
    Test number
    270454977087
    • NoteFront exhaust/ cat pipe minor blow

  33. Pass42,976 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,976 miles
    Test number
    133062376049
    • NoteCrack in screen just under 10mm
    • NoteFront and rear pads getting low
    • NoteService indicator flashing.

  34. Fail42,976 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,976 miles
    Test number
    514212676084
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack in screen just under 10mm
    • NoteFront and rear pads getting low
    • NoteService indicator flashing.

Questions about L4 COJ

Does L4 COJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 COJ is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 COJ?
The MOT on L4 COJ is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 COJ done?
L4 COJ was recorded at 191,129 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 7,347 miles a year.
Has L4 COJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 COJ has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 COJ 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 L4 COJ find?
L4 COJ passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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