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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

L6 NHRMOT history

L6 NHR is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 190,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L6 NHR red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
190,711 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 NHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 NHR was last recorded at 190,711 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 8,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,846 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,865 miles
Average per year
10,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,711 miles
  • 2025 – 181,846 miles
  • 2023 – 174,181 miles
  • 2022 – 166,009 miles
  • 2021 – 157,856 miles
  • 2019 – 142,311 miles
  • 2018 – 135,324 miles
  • 2017 – 126,956 miles
  • 2016 – 116,805 miles
  • 2015 – 96,383 miles
  • 2014 – 77,554 miles
  • 2013 – 63,900 miles
  • 2012 – 47,584 miles
  • 2011 – 34,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,711 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s and o/s

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,711 miles (+8,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    190,711 miles
    Test number
    701114695248
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass181,846 miles (+327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,846 miles
    Test number
    117545718508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail181,519 miles (+526)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,519 miles
    Test number
    787090744080
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail180,993 miles (+6,812)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,993 miles
    Test number
    223786524852
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass174,181 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    174,181 miles
    Test number
    637233262688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail174,143 miles (+8,134)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,143 miles
    Test number
    985355431128
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass166,009 miles (+8,153)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    166,009 miles
    Test number
    384585739172
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass157,856 miles (+66)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    866462214362
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All and slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail157,790 miles (+15,479)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,790 miles
    Test number
    740038664242
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All and slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass142,311 miles (+6,987)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,311 miles
    Test number
    463004393037
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower ball joint dust cover perished

  11. Pass135,324 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    135,324 miles
    Test number
    417886073002
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  12. Fail135,324 miles (+8,368)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,324 miles
    Test number
    362689967862
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  13. Pass126,956 miles (+10,151)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,956 miles
    Test number
    325702939150
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn badly on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate light slightly dim
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both front inner edges (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres are odd sizes

  14. Pass116,805 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    881084930704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  15. Fail116,805 miles (+20,422)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    883391613839
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  16. Pass96,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,383 miles
    Test number
    236327725142
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail96,383 miles (+18,829)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,383 miles
    Test number
    278647625418
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass77,554 miles (+13,654)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    508022244179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass63,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,900 miles
    Test number
    699799963188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,900 miles (+16,316)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,900 miles
    Test number
    327548463105
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass47,584 miles (+12,961)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,584 miles
    Test number
    278569122152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    568051431186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 NHR

Does L6 NHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 NHR is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 NHR?
The MOT on L6 NHR is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 NHR done?
L6 NHR was recorded at 190,711 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 10,453 miles a year.
Has L6 NHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 NHR has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 NHR 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 L6 NHR find?
L6 NHR passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s.

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