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Volkswagen LT

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,461 cc

L7 ESVMOT history

L7 ESV is a silver diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

L7 ESV silver Volkswagen Lt – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Lt, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,545 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 ESV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 ESV was last recorded at 99,545 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 8,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,864 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,681 miles
Average per year
4,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,545 miles
  • 2025 – 90,864 miles
  • 2024 – 84,486 miles
  • 2023 – 77,485 miles
  • 2022 – 75,535 miles
  • 2021 – 73,560 miles
  • 2019 – 73,164 miles
  • 2018 – 69,269 miles
  • 2017 – 65,973 miles
  • 2016 – 62,031 miles
  • 2015 – 58,420 miles
  • 2014 – 50,022 miles
  • 2013 – 45,191 miles
  • 2012 – 41,196 miles
  • 2011 – 36,732 miles
  • 2010 – 32,742 miles
  • 2009 – 26,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,545 miles
    Test number
    836475854570
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail99,544 miles4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,544 miles
    Test number
    241317364982
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light out
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail99,501 miles (+8,637)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,501 miles
    Test number
    627095699054
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light out
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass90,864 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    515870049458
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail90,859 miles (+6,373)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    181174977779
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass84,486 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,486 miles
    Test number
    250908506539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,464 miles (+6,979)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,464 miles
    Test number
    706488311855
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass77,485 miles (+1,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,485 miles
    Test number
    591096909772
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass75,535 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    444329979586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,560 miles (+396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    857642165150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,164 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,164 miles
    Test number
    278950217737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,269 miles (+3,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,269 miles
    Test number
    543164288876
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass65,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,973 miles
    Test number
    930925477242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,973 miles (+3,942)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,973 miles
    Test number
    178660224075
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass62,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    535478229313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake requires adjustment only just met efficiency
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail62,031 miles (+3,611)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    110129835433
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake requires adjustment only just met efficiency
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass58,420 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,420 miles
    Test number
    339681393085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,337 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    738174715092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,022 miles (+4,831)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,022 miles
    Test number
    457344614051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,191 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,191 miles
    Test number
    787919003053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,196 miles
    Test number
    577244022027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,195 miles (+4,463)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,195 miles
    Test number
    697874422061
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass36,732 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,732 miles
    Test number
    409961131080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,742 miles (+6,047)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,742 miles
    Test number
    330824830001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside Front steering arm has slight play

  25. Pass26,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,695 miles
    Test number
    342776439036
    • 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)

Questions about L7 ESV

Does L7 ESV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 ESV is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 ESV?
The MOT on L7 ESV is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 ESV done?
L7 ESV was recorded at 99,545 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 4,230 miles a year.
Has L7 ESV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 ESV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 ESV 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 L7 ESV find?
L7 ESV passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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