
Volkswagen Transporter
Blue and White · Diesel · 1994 · 1,896 cc
L79 OGWMOT history
L79 OGW is a blue and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 263,101 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 29 Jan 2026
- Mileage
- 263,101 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 4,747 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L79 OGW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue and White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1994
- First used
- 29 Mar 1994
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jan 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L79 OGW was last recorded at 263,101 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 263,100 miles · 29 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 4,747 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 263,101 miles
- 2023 – 263,054 miles
- 2022 – 260,888 miles
- 2021 – 260,592 miles
- 2019 – 260,529 miles
- 2018 – 257,738 miles
- 2017 – 257,445 miles
- 2016 – 251,099 miles
- 2015 – 247,824 miles
- 2013 – 239,389 miles
- 2012 – 235,646 miles
- 2011 – 224,374 miles
- 2010 – 215,502 miles
- 2009 – 203,077 miles
- 2008 – 195,510 miles
- 2007 – 192,755 miles
- 2006 – 176,205 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) And offsideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015
Brake pipes above fuel tank not visable
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wings corroded on both sides engine compartment
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Surface cracks in hose
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing corroded above brake pipe
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
26 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass263,101 miles (+1)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 263,101 miles
- Test number
- 784028882049
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) And offside
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed
Fail263,100 miles (+46)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 263,100 miles
- Test number
- 390961243663
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch/sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) And offside
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed
Fail263,054 miles (+2,166)8 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 263,054 miles
- Test number
- 821326379072
- MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake fluid looks contaminated
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Pass260,888 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 260,888 miles
- Test number
- 746099537710
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail260,888 miles (+296)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 260,888 miles
- Test number
- 338434438752
- Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass260,592 miles (+63)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 260,592 miles
- Test number
- 862274560976
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side wheel arch and engine mountings area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass260,529 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 260,529 miles
- Test number
- 661291212349
- AdvisoryBrake pipes above fuel tank not visable
- AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wings corroded on both sides engine compartment (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Surface cracks in hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing corroded above brake pipe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail260,527 miles (+2,789)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 260,527 miles
- Test number
- 453361009012
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipes above fuel tank not visable
- AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wings corroded on both sides engine compartment (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Surface cracks in hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing corroded above brake pipe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass257,738 miles (+293)
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2019
- Odometer
- 257,738 miles
- Test number
- 157021457013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass257,445 miles (+6,346)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 257,445 miles
- Test number
- 731145334603
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass251,099 miles (+3,275)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 251,099 miles
- Test number
- 777294482796
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass247,824 miles (+145)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 247,824 miles
- Test number
- 245289100850
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail247,679 miles (+8,290)11 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 247,679 miles
- Test number
- 229499385061
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteCorrosion in front lower bulkhead panels,front wheel arches ,rear floors etc
- NoteCorrosion in nearside outer sill and b pillar just over 30cm from prescribed areas,advise welding asap
- NoteNearside front inner wing panel corroded
- NoteNearside rear tyre worn off on inner edge
Pass239,389 miles (+3,743)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 239,389 miles
- Test number
- 755706883175
- NoteCorrosion in vehicle (not effecting any structral integrity close to prescribed areas)corrosion in sills,chassis, inner wing panels,bodywork
- NoteMovement in front anti roll bar body mounts
Pass235,646 miles7 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 235,646 miles
- Test number
- 995639012204
- NoteCorrision forming in o/s and n/s rear outer sills but unable to penetrate with corrosion assessment tool
- NoteCorrosion around rear shocker mount on chassis and floor pan
- NoteCorrosion in n/s/f chassis rail just over 12" from top shocker mount
- NoteDifferent wheel bolts fitted
- NoteExtensive welding to front sills and door steps
- NoteFiller marks showing in both outer door sills
- NotePlay in steering rack assy
Fail235,646 miles (+11,272)8 failures9 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 235,646 miles
- Test number
- 378575892145
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- NoteCentre exhaust rubber in poor condition
- NoteCorrosion around rear shock mounts on chassis and floorpan
- NoteCorrosion in nearside front chassis rail,just over 12" away from top shock mount
- NoteCorrosion in offside front inner and outer sill just over 12" away from seat belt mount
- NoteCorrosion in offside front inner wing panelling away from all prescribed areas
- NoteCorrosion in offside inner and outer sill appears to be just over 12"away from seat mounts!(limited vision)
- NoteFiller repairs evident in both inner sills,appear to be over 12" away from all prescribed areas
- NoteOffside front pads look low(limited vision)
- NotePlay in steering rack
Pass224,374 miles6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 224,374 miles
- Test number
- 887052891176
- NoteCorrosion in both front inner wing panels/outriggers
- NoteCorrosion in offside rear outer sill(small hole appearing),not effecting any structral integrity of vehicle due to size of chassis etc
- NoteCorrosion starting in rear floors
- NoteFront discs worn,condition of pads unknown
- NoteNearside rear brake coming on before offside rear brake,advise inspection
- NoteOffside front wiper smeary,advise renewing
Fail224,374 miles (+8,872)1 failure6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 224,374 miles
- Test number
- 787292291186
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteCorrosion in both front inner wing panels/outriggers
- NoteCorrosion in offside rear outer sill(small hole appearing),not effecting any structral integrity of vehicle due to size of chassis etc
- NoteCorrosion starting in rear floors
- NoteFront discs worn,condition of pads unknown
- NoteNearside rear brake coming on before offside rear brake,advise inspection
- NoteOffside front wiper smeary,advise renewing
Pass215,502 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 215,502 miles
- Test number
- 952425040205
- NoteCorrosion at nearside sill step,over 12" away from all prescribed areas but advise welding due to hole /corrosion evident!
- NoteRear exhaust rubber in poor condition,advise renewing asap
Fail215,502 miles (+12,425)1 dangerous7 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,502 miles
- Test number
- 360304240408
- DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- NoteCorrosion at nearside sill step,over 12" away from all prescribed areas but advise welding due to hole /corrosion evident!
- NoteRear exhaust rubber in poor condition,advise renewing asap
Pass203,077 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 203,077 miles
- Test number
- 700226489200
- NoteCorrosion in offside front section of outer sill and door step but over 30cm away from all prescribed areas,advise welding
- NoteFull beam switch erratic,advise renewing asap
- NoteHandbrake lever very close to drivers seat and travel on the limit
Fail203,077 miles (+7,567)4 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 203,077 miles
- Test number
- 563945189271
- FailureNearside Rear 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)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
- NoteCorrosion in offside front section of outer sill and door step but over 30cm away from all prescribed areas,advise welding
- NoteFull beam switch erratic,advise renewing asap
- NoteHandbrake lever very close to drivers seat and travel on the limit
Pass195,510 miles (+2,755)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 195,510 miles
- Test number
- 600408988265
- NoteCentre exhaust system slightly deteriorated
- NoteSlight play in both front steering arms
- NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
Fail192,755 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,755 miles
- Test number
- 152027567269
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass192,755 miles (+16,550)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 192,755 miles
- Test number
- 962877067251
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass176,205 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 176,205 miles
- Test number
- 862454686270
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L79 OGW
- Does L79 OGW currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L79 OGW expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L79 OGW?
- The MOT on L79 OGW expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L79 OGW done?
- L79 OGW was recorded at 263,101 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 4,747 miles a year.
- Has L79 OGW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L79 OGW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on L79 OGW 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 OGW find?
- L79 OGW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s) and offside; rear exhaust mounting defective, and 1 more.
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