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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,968 cc

L78 GTMMOT history

L78 GTM is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

L78 GTM white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
76,015 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L78 GTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L78 GTM was last recorded at 76,015 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 4,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,984 miles · 21 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,031 miles
Average per year
1,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,015 miles
  • 2025 – 71,984 miles
  • 2024 – 71,413 miles
  • 2022 – 71,061 miles
  • 2021 – 70,108 miles
  • 2019 – 68,333 miles
  • 2018 – 67,547 miles
  • 2017 – 64,002 miles
  • 2016 – 60,549 miles
  • 2015 – 59,847 miles
  • 2014 – 58,481 miles
  • 2013 – 56,432 miles
  • 2012 – 54,039 miles
  • 2011 – 52,020 miles
  • 2010 – 48,852 miles
  • 2009 – 47,223 miles
  • 2007 – 44,689 miles
  • 2006 – 44,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,015 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake binding on n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,015 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    76,015 miles
    Test number
    635246113364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,984 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    71,984 miles
    Test number
    587817629346
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle vehicle is getting corroded variouse places

  3. Pass71,413 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    71,413 miles
    Test number
    192523429719
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass71,061 miles (+953)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,061 miles
    Test number
    213903956651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    553568235242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail70,108 miles (+1,775)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    997267029490
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass68,333 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    693043888591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,324 miles (+777)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,324 miles
    Test number
    482706874525
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OS Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OSF Just behind Front Bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Starting to show signs of corrosion/rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Starting to show signs of corrosion/rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Top of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,547 miles
    Test number
    891273011453
    • AdvisoryBrake binding on n/s/r
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail67,547 miles (+3,545)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,547 miles
    Test number
    990948282586
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake binding on n/s/r
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass64,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,002 miles
    Test number
    593277821619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,002 miles (+3,453)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,002 miles
    Test number
    253593239469
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass60,549 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    60,549 miles
    Test number
    739445510295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,847 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,847 miles
    Test number
    698288765089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,481 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,481 miles
    Test number
    645279264070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,432 miles (+2,393)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,432 miles
    Test number
    535191873059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,039 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,039 miles
    Test number
    747462872047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,020 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,020 miles
    Test number
    358754071088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,852 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,852 miles
    Test number
    390364470068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,223 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,223 miles
    Test number
    263982379092
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  21. Pass47,223 miles (+2,534)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,223 miles
    Test number
    571852479011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,689 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    503328987201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,125 miles
    Test number
    900482766233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L78 GTM

Does L78 GTM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L78 GTM is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L78 GTM?
The MOT on L78 GTM is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L78 GTM done?
L78 GTM was recorded at 76,015 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 1,613 miles a year.
Has L78 GTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L78 GTM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on L78 GTM 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 L78 GTM find?
L78 GTM passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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