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Volkswagen Transporter

Brown · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L4 CYLMOT history

L4 CYL is a brown diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 82,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

L4 CYL brown Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
82,322 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 CYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
3 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 CYL was last recorded at 82,322 miles on 15 May 2026, 7,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,115 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,207 miles
Average per year
6,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,322 miles
  • 2025 – 75,115 miles
  • 2024 – 67,553 miles
  • 2023 – 61,375 miles
  • 2022 – 53,950 miles
  • 2021 – 45,678 miles
  • 2020 – 41,225 miles
  • 2019 – 33,510 miles
  • 2018 – 25,488 miles
  • 2017 – 21,090 miles
  • 2016 – 15,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,322 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and rear slightly lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both OSR and NSR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,322 miles (+7,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,322 miles
    Test number
    908258791407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,115 miles (+7,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    75,115 miles
    Test number
    951687682062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass67,553 miles (+6,178)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,553 miles
    Test number
    917457866696
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass61,375 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    515394696826
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and rear slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both OSR and NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail61,357 miles (+7,407)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,357 miles
    Test number
    647790049455
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and rear slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both OSR and NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,950 miles (+8,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    53,950 miles
    Test number
    917488745155
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  7. Pass45,678 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    45,678 miles
    Test number
    289150818929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer side wall cracking/perished on tyre.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side wall cracking/perished on tyre.
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Spare at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail45,678 miles (+4,453)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,678 miles
    Test number
    735479513954
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer side wall cracking/perished on tyre.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side wall cracking/perished on tyre.
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Spare at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass41,225 miles (+7,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    41,225 miles
    Test number
    875327987570
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting too crack and perish on side walls
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Spare tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass33,510 miles (+8,022)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,510 miles
    Test number
    335909391534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,488 miles (+4,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    25,488 miles
    Test number
    515802655298
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre-Worn approx. 3mm

  12. Pass21,090 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    21,090 miles
    Test number
    476045030649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    15,034 miles
    Test number
    858252453301
    • AdvisoryWiper starting to smear

Questions about L4 CYL

Does L4 CYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 CYL is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 CYL?
The MOT on L4 CYL is valid until 21 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 CYL done?
L4 CYL was recorded at 82,322 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 6,630 miles a year.
Has L4 CYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 CYL has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 CYL 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 CYL find?
L4 CYL passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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