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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L79 ETTMOT history

L79 ETT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 78,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

L79 ETT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,271 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 ETT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
29 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 ETT was last recorded at 78,271 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 7,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,026 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,245 miles
Average per year
1,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,271 miles
  • 2025 – 71,026 miles
  • 2024 – 63,645 miles
  • 2023 – 59,994 miles
  • 2022 – 57,178 miles
  • 2021 – 55,093 miles
  • 2019 – 52,636 miles
  • 2018 – 50,098 miles
  • 2015 – 50,093 miles
  • 2014 – 49,985 miles
  • 2012 – 49,862 miles
  • 2011 – 49,705 miles
  • 2010 – 49,697 miles
  • 2009 – 48,187 miles
  • 2008 – 47,137 miles
  • 2007 – 46,561 miles
  • 2006 – 45,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,271 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel arch area corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills and closing panels corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,271 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,271 miles
    Test number
    301050984730
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail78,271 miles (+7,245)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,271 miles
    Test number
    316034696840
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass71,026 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    71,026 miles
    Test number
    960815199507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail71,025 miles (+7,380)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,025 miles
    Test number
    130370691484
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass63,645 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    758915374427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,994 miles (+2,816)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    59,994 miles
    Test number
    198407561364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed at front but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front main chassis member to front cross member holed but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch holed at front but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front main chassis member to front cross member holed but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    57,178 miles
    Test number
    356491312655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas

  8. Fail57,178 miles (+2,085)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,178 miles
    Test number
    611681518731
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed next to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch corroded and holed,but not within prescribed areas

  9. Pass55,093 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    55,093 miles
    Test number
    248470479827
    • AdvisoryBoth front seats slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch area corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills and closing panels corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail55,093 miles (+2,457)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,093 miles
    Test number
    146652746584
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills and closing panels corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass52,636 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,636 miles
    Test number
    470240434877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,634 miles (+2,536)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,634 miles
    Test number
    829296191052
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch at front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch and chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  13. Pass50,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    191205625946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,098 miles (+5)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    117696913319
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass50,093 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,093 miles
    Test number
    993489679796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,985 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    498504034209
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s/r light lens damage

  17. Pass49,985 miles (+123)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    547394034216
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s/r light lens damage

  18. Pass49,862 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,862 miles
    Test number
    726427632254
    • NoteOffside rear light unit broken

  19. Fail49,862 miles (+157)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,862 miles
    Test number
    319936632266
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear light unit broken

  20. Pass49,705 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,705 miles
    Test number
    635709001238
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall splitting

  21. Fail49,697 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    581417610294
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteFront brake slight judder
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall splitting

  22. Pass49,697 miles (+1,510)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    724987010268
    • NoteFront brake slight judder
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall splitting

  23. Pass48,187 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    904728319249
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Fail48,167 miles (+1,030)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,167 miles
    Test number
    332256419463
    • FailureNearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Pass47,137 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,137 miles
    Test number
    150735308211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,561 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,561 miles
    Test number
    580750907210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,763 miles (+5,253)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    45,763 miles
    Test number
    273006946335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    772124626087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,510 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    934174426040
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L79 ETT

Does L79 ETT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L79 ETT is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L79 ETT?
The MOT on L79 ETT is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L79 ETT done?
L79 ETT was recorded at 78,271 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,853 miles a year.
Has L79 ETT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 ETT has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L79 ETT 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 L79 ETT find?
L79 ETT passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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