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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L59 LDPMOT history

L59 LDP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 214,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

L59 LDP blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
214,687 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L59 LDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
24 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L59 LDP was last recorded at 214,687 miles on 23 May 2024, 2,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,464 miles · 25 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,223 miles
Average per year
2,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 214,687 miles
  • 2022 – 212,464 miles
  • 2021 – 195,436 miles
  • 2019 – 195,023 miles
  • 2018 – 193,832 miles
  • 2017 – 190,539 miles
  • 2016 – 188,975 miles
  • 2015 – 187,691 miles
  • 2014 – 181,075 miles
  • 2012 – 178,828 miles
  • 2011 – 177,114 miles
  • 2010 – 174,369 miles
  • 2006 – 173,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,687 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body under sealed

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (nsf area) (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,687 miles (+2,223)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    214,687 miles
    Test number
    575273192148
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body under sealed
  2. Pass212,464 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    212,464 miles
    Test number
    746412008662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail212,464 miles (+17,028)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,464 miles
    Test number
    621177367965
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass195,436 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    195,436 miles
    Test number
    892777750880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail195,321 miles (+298)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,321 miles
    Test number
    900186213020
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively damaged Pipe to steering rack excessively corroded and split. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel trim is loose, spins on rim.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle corroded/covered in under-seal. Unable to fully inspect condition. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass195,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    195,023 miles
    Test number
    622175019821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail195,023 miles (+1,191)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,023 miles
    Test number
    654355863919
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass193,832 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    193,832 miles
    Test number
    765685599914
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  9. Fail193,825 miles (+3,286)1 dangerous7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,825 miles
    Test number
    507917754845
    • DangerousBraking system leaking front to rear brake pipe( by the fuel tank) (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake hose kinked rubber vacuum hose (3.6.B.4b)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases system badly corroded (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch liner rubbing on tyre on lock (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember support behind the spring (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all x4 hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel inner arch corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
  10. Pass190,539 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,539 miles
    Test number
    540229861681
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (nsf area) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Fail190,539 miles (+1,564)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,539 miles
    Test number
    837847729759
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake rod excessively corroded and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed/corrosion (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Brake rod excessively corroded and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (nsf area) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass188,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    188,975 miles
    Test number
    654095712946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail188,975 miles (+1,284)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,975 miles
    Test number
    345494366938
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  14. Pass187,691 miles (+6,616)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    187,691 miles
    Test number
    927851135151
    • NoteAll underside of vehicle covered in thick underseal
  15. Pass181,075 miles (+2,247)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    181,075 miles
    Test number
    495396434186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass178,828 miles10 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    178,828 miles
    Test number
    555020052134
    • NoteArea at rear tow bar in poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear most handbrake cables split and in poor condition
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe front section thick covering of grease making full inspection difficult
    • NoteNearside front bumper insecure
    • NoteNearside front bumper mount holed and in very poor condition
    • NoteNearside front inner sil holed outwith prescribed area
    • NoteNearside front track rod end very close to excess play
    • NoteNearside rear foot brake reading very low
    • NoteOffside front inner sil holed outwith prescribed area
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall damage
  17. Fail178,828 miles (+1,714)1 failure1 advisory10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,828 miles
    Test number
    426319742161
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteArea at rear tow bar in poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear most handbrake cables split and in poor condition
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe front section thick covering of grease making full inspection difficult
    • NoteNearside front bumper insecure
    • NoteNearside front bumper mount holed and in very poor condition
    • NoteNearside front inner sil holed outwith prescribed area
    • NoteNearside front track rod end very close to excess play
    • NoteNearside rear foot brake reading very low
    • NoteOffside front inner sil holed outwith prescribed area
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall damage
  18. Pass177,114 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    177,114 miles
    Test number
    677801471146
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteRear nearside service brake effort low
  19. Fail177,105 miles (+2,736)11 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,105 miles
    Test number
    899544241136
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteNearside front step sill holed by corrosion
    • NoteRear nearside service brake effort low
  20. Pass174,369 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    174,369 miles
    Test number
    603198330146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail174,334 miles (+706)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,334 miles
    Test number
    113363630132
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  22. Pass173,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    173,628 miles
    Test number
    184449366054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L59 LDP

Does L59 LDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L59 LDP expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L59 LDP?
The MOT on L59 LDP expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L59 LDP done?
L59 LDP was recorded at 214,687 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 2,255 miles a year.
Has L59 LDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L59 LDP has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L59 LDP 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 L59 LDP find?
L59 LDP passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with 6 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 3 more.

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