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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 1,900 cc

L4 SGYMOT history

L4 SGY is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 256,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2025.

L4 SGY black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2026
Mileage
256,943 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SGY was last recorded at 256,943 miles on 30 Aug 2025, 595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
256,348 miles · 31 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
595 miles
Average per year
3,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 256,943 miles
  • 2024 – 256,348 miles
  • 2023 – 255,618 miles
  • 2022 – 253,650 miles
  • 2021 – 253,172 miles
  • 2019 – 250,293 miles
  • 2018 – 248,123 miles
  • 2017 – 241,612 miles
  • 2016 – 234,142 miles
  • 2015 – 222,860 miles
  • 2014 – 213,175 miles
  • 2012 – 210,668 miles
  • 2011 – 206,371 miles
  • 2010 – 203,559 miles
  • 2009 – 201,598 miles
  • 2008 – 198,300 miles
  • 2007 – 193,357 miles
  • 2006 – 189,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,943 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,943 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    256,943 miles
    Test number
    326769355994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass256,348 miles (+730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    256,348 miles
    Test number
    570450040995
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass255,618 miles (+1,968)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    255,618 miles
    Test number
    854810194815
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass253,650 miles (+478)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    253,650 miles
    Test number
    807488521287
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass253,172 miles (+2,879)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    253,172 miles
    Test number
    131240150245
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  6. Pass250,293 miles (+2,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    250,293 miles
    Test number
    606586648782
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on vehicle
  7. Pass248,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    248,123 miles
    Test number
    671665854396
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  8. Fail248,123 miles (+6,511)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,123 miles
    Test number
    953966875729
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  9. Pass241,612 miles (+114)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    241,612 miles
    Test number
    798338774903
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Main beam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Main beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Fail241,498 miles (+7,356)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,498 miles
    Test number
    603855544718
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Main beam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Main beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Pass234,142 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    234,142 miles
    Test number
    236829829102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Outer and inner sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seat back hinges worn
  12. Fail234,139 miles (+11,279)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,139 miles
    Test number
    692549962554
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Outer and inner sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seat back hinges worn
  13. Pass222,860 miles (+2)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    222,860 miles
    Test number
    757008975040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle has rear seat conversion i would advise that this gets safety checked
  14. Fail222,858 miles (+9,683)11 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,858 miles
    Test number
    527135275067
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle has rear seat conversion i would advise that this gets safety checked
  15. Pass213,175 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    213,175 miles
    Test number
    465473574032
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail213,170 miles (+2,502)3 dangerous8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,170 miles
    Test number
    685480774052
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass210,668 miles (+31)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    210,668 miles
    Test number
    519889242389
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 wheel arches corroded
    • NoteUnable to check boot floor
  18. Fail210,637 miles (+164)12 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,637 miles
    Test number
    246021442373
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside passenger door pillar deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 wheel arches corroded
    • NoteUnable to check boot floor
  19. Pass210,473 miles (+4,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    210,473 miles
    Test number
    426763592253
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  20. Pass206,371 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    206,371 miles
    Test number
    515158641147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass203,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    203,559 miles
    Test number
    681843450166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail203,559 miles (+1,961)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,559 miles
    Test number
    264718540456
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvises small disel leak
  23. Pass201,598 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    201,598 miles
    Test number
    654878849171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail201,591 miles (+3,291)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,591 miles
    Test number
    221206449107
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureCentre Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass198,300 miles (+4,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    198,300 miles
    Test number
    594570558194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass193,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    193,357 miles
    Test number
    701996917164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail193,357 miles (+3,436)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,357 miles
    Test number
    152306017153
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. Pass189,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    189,921 miles
    Test number
    931035736195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L4 SGY

Does L4 SGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 SGY expired on 30 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 SGY?
The MOT on L4 SGY expired on 30 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 SGY done?
L4 SGY was recorded at 256,943 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2025, an average of 3,474 miles a year.
Has L4 SGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SGY has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on L4 SGY 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 SGY find?
L4 SGY passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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