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Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 2,459 cc

L61 NGWMOT history

L61 NGW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 25 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
148,471 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L61 NGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L61 NGW was last recorded at 148,471 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 1,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2017: 110,638 miles, lower than 110,673 miles on 4 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,779 miles · 3 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,692 miles
Average per year
4,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,471 miles
  • 2023 – 146,779 miles
  • 2022 – 144,906 miles
  • 2021 – 137,994 miles
  • 2020 – 134,115 miles
  • 2019 – 126,505 miles
  • 2018 – 117,040 miles
  • 2017 – 110,638 miles
  • 2016 – 103,912 miles
  • 2015 – 97,789 miles
  • 2014 – 91,849 miles
  • 2013 – 90,294 miles
  • 2012 – 89,287 miles
  • 2011 – 83,445 miles
  • 2010 – 77,063 miles
  • 2009 – 75,691 miles
  • 2008 – 74,474 miles
  • 2007 – 72,688 miles
  • 2006 – 69,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,471 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear @ fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber hanger deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner rear sill holed but not within 30CM.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer and inner sills holed but not within 30CM of any mountings.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,471 miles (+1,692)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,471 miles
    Test number
    655591834859
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear @ fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber hanger deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,779 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    146,779 miles
    Test number
    221231935491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner rear sill holed but not within 30CM. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer and inner sills holed but not within 30CM of any mountings. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  3. Fail146,779 miles (+1,873)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,779 miles
    Test number
    286527930477
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both headlight units insecure (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubber missing but not insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner rear sill holed but not within 30CM. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer and inner sills holed but not within 30CM of any mountings. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  4. Pass144,906 miles (+58)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,906 miles
    Test number
    456607087854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Fail144,848 miles (+6,854)2 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,848 miles
    Test number
    482409949410
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired SEIZED (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FLOOR STEP (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER ARCH FRONT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass137,994 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,994 miles
    Test number
    885629785321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,958 miles (+3,843)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,958 miles
    Test number
    702676655310
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass134,115 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,115 miles
    Test number
    172310407825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail134,115 miles (+7,610)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,115 miles
    Test number
    696508348618
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass126,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,505 miles
    Test number
    781286626129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,505 miles (+9,465)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,505 miles
    Test number
    601182570967
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass117,040 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    117,040 miles
    Test number
    197110745289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,638 miles (-35)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,638 miles
    Test number
    961212489446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,673 miles (+6,761)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,673 miles
    Test number
    549065494772
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass103,912 miles (+6,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,912 miles
    Test number
    200945288936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass97,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,789 miles
    Test number
    386567585144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail97,789 miles (+5,940)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,789 miles
    Test number
    466277585118
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass91,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    685428384170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,849 miles (+1,555)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    957758084144
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass90,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,294 miles
    Test number
    355145903438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,294 miles (+1,007)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,294 miles
    Test number
    537043803270
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail89,287 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,287 miles
    Test number
    279852632181
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass89,287 miles (+5,842)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,287 miles
    Test number
    815532632139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,445 miles (+6,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,445 miles
    Test number
    146524521183
    • 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)

  25. Pass77,063 miles (+1,372)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,063 miles
    Test number
    531260590041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs slightly corroded and bound on lower coils
    • NoteRear windows tinted
    • NoteTyres on wheels not commercial tyres

  26. Pass75,691 miles (+1,217)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,691 miles
    Test number
    833808119153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front chassis out riggers corroded
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs are bound on lower coils
    • NoteOffside rear brake flexi hose ferrules slightly corroded

  27. Pass74,474 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    732870148185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs coil bound
    • NoteCar tyres fitted to a van
    • NoteFront brake discs worn advise renewal next pad change

  28. Fail74,473 miles (+1,785)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,473 miles
    Test number
    961813338109
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs coil bound
    • NoteCar tyres fitted to a van
    • NoteFront brake discs worn advise renewal next pad change

  29. Pass72,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,688 miles
    Test number
    202951437164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail72,688 miles (+3,418)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,688 miles
    Test number
    102699727135
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass69,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    69,270 miles
    Test number
    663029226114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L61 NGW

Does L61 NGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L61 NGW expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L61 NGW?
The MOT on L61 NGW expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L61 NGW done?
L61 NGW was recorded at 148,471 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 4,346 miles a year.
Has L61 NGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L61 NGW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L61 NGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L61 NGW find?
L61 NGW failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 5 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front floor excessively deteriorated; nearside front prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 7 more.

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