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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

L4 SWSMOT history

L4 SWS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 150,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L4 SWS white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
150,178 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SWS was last recorded at 150,178 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 4,646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,532 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,646 miles
Average per year
6,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,178 miles
  • 2025 – 145,532 miles
  • 2024 – 141,175 miles
  • 2023 – 136,537 miles
  • 2022 – 133,536 miles
  • 2020 – 126,233 miles
  • 2019 – 123,130 miles
  • 2018 – 117,960 miles
  • 2017 – 112,813 miles
  • 2016 – 106,946 miles
  • 2015 – 99,430 miles
  • 2014 – 93,755 miles
  • 2013 – 80,825 miles
  • 2012 – 76,154 miles
  • 2011 – 68,683 miles
  • 2010 – 66,359 miles
  • 2009 – 51,808 miles
  • 2008 – 37,170 miles
  • 2007 – 21,913 miles
  • 2006 – 17,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,178 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills, outer sills and chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,178 miles (+4,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    150,178 miles
    Test number
    513556234260
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills, outer sills and chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  2. Pass145,532 miles (+4,357)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    145,532 miles
    Test number
    640393906862
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills, inner flitches and cross members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,175 miles (+4,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,175 miles
    Test number
    265887868505
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills, inner flitches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,537 miles
    Test number
    808362435412
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail136,537 miles (+3,001)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,537 miles
    Test number
    686798116514
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,536 miles (+7,303)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,536 miles
    Test number
    908204216433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,233 miles (+3,103)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,233 miles
    Test number
    261358290057
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on 2mm

  8. Pass123,130 miles (+96)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    559243538046
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail123,034 miles (+5,074)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,034 miles
    Test number
    168228366534
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in rear sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer cv cover loose. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass117,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    617116046246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOsr brake sticking slightly

  11. Fail117,960 miles (+13)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    264684756521
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOsr brakes sticking

  12. Fail117,947 miles (+5,134)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,947 miles
    Test number
    691031729448
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOsr brakes sticking

  13. Pass112,813 miles (+78)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,813 miles
    Test number
    958481839997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre valve stem cracked / perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail112,735 miles (+5,789)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    331452326456
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll valve stems cracked / perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded In places where visable (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass106,946 miles (+61)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,946 miles
    Test number
    669792596915
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail106,885 miles (+7,455)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,885 miles
    Test number
    543951963256
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass99,430 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    99,430 miles
    Test number
    711974038947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail99,423 miles (+5,668)2 dangerous12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,423 miles
    Test number
    858006009969
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened foreward cable from handbrake lever to compensator (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc poor condition

  19. Pass93,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,755 miles
    Test number
    238897434015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,755 miles (+12,930)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,755 miles
    Test number
    335237734049
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light illuminated

  21. Pass80,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,825 miles
    Test number
    907292543029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,825 miles (+4,671)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,825 miles
    Test number
    117082743476
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass76,154 miles (+7,471)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,154 miles
    Test number
    505783052087
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum
    • NoteO/s front brake pads worn down lower than n/s pads

  24. Pass68,683 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,683 miles
    Test number
    339364751094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,359 miles (+14,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,359 miles
    Test number
    873254250031
    • NoteO/s wiper blade deteriorating

  26. Pass51,808 miles (+14,638)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    394779549049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,170 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,170 miles
    Test number
    551098558020
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass37,170 miles (+15,257)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,170 miles
    Test number
    661068458095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,913 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,913 miles
    Test number
    121049557442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,528 miles
    Test number
    592685496022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 SWS

Does L4 SWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 SWS is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 SWS?
The MOT on L4 SWS is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 SWS done?
L4 SWS was recorded at 150,178 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 6,559 miles a year.
Has L4 SWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SWS has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 SWS 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 SWS find?
L4 SWS passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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