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Volkswagen LT

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

L7 VWCMOT history

L7 VWC is a white diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 1 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 291,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
291,308 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VWC was last recorded at 291,308 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
291,250 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
1,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 291,308 miles
  • 2024 – 289,245 miles
  • 2023 – 286,400 miles
  • 2022 – 285,129 miles
  • 2021 – 284,870 miles
  • 2020 – 282,149 miles
  • 2019 – 280,274 miles
  • 2018 – 280,057 miles
  • 2017 – 278,910 miles
  • 2016 – 275,532 miles
  • 2015 – 274,834 miles
  • 2014 – 271,869 miles
  • 2013 – 263,986 miles
  • 2012 – 263,276 miles
  • 2011 – 262,396 miles
  • 2010 – 260,410 miles
  • 2009 – 258,756 miles
  • 2008 – 257,303 miles
  • 2007 – 253,310 miles
  • 2006 – 251,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass291,308 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass291,308 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    291,308 miles
    Test number
    793324717650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail291,250 miles (+2,005)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,250 miles
    Test number
    735574146659
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer rear arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass289,245 miles (+2,845)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    289,245 miles
    Test number
    558431677822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySills corroded not within 30 of prescribed area

  4. Pass286,400 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    286,400 miles
    Test number
    101377054903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail286,381 miles (+1,252)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,381 miles
    Test number
    797948755708
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass285,129 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    285,129 miles
    Test number
    691450076732
    • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded outside prescribed area

  7. Fail284,870 miles (+2,721)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,870 miles
    Test number
    481823440730
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded outside prescribed area

  8. Pass282,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    282,149 miles
    Test number
    467773115733
    • 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))

  9. Fail282,149 miles (+1,875)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,149 miles
    Test number
    463630145354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass280,274 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    280,274 miles
    Test number
    358775597523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail280,274 miles (+217)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,274 miles
    Test number
    500374014895
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass280,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    280,057 miles
    Test number
    310249670682
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail280,057 miles (+1,147)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,057 miles
    Test number
    332882002767
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Inner and Outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass278,910 miles (+3,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    278,910 miles
    Test number
    837385023966
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play Both front (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass275,532 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    275,532 miles
    Test number
    776451185181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox

  16. Fail275,532 miles (+698)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,532 miles
    Test number
    629964379719
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section where joining middle section (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside All position lamps not working centre side marker (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox

  17. Pass274,834 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    274,834 miles
    Test number
    880241466799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass271,869 miles (+7,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    271,869 miles
    Test number
    525284134215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass263,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    263,986 miles
    Test number
    357190143106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail263,986 miles (+710)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,986 miles
    Test number
    539340543103
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass263,276 miles (+880)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    263,276 miles
    Test number
    228005242111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass262,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    262,396 miles
    Test number
    188166641144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  23. Fail262,396 miles (+1,986)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,396 miles
    Test number
    645276441111
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  24. Pass260,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    260,410 miles
    Test number
    242118330145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Fail260,410 miles (+1,654)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,410 miles
    Test number
    563388130199
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass258,756 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    258,756 miles
    Test number
    221172829183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass257,303 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    257,303 miles
    Test number
    183038138102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass253,310 miles (+1,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    253,310 miles
    Test number
    612541247150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass251,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    251,709 miles
    Test number
    753929536115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 VWC

Does L7 VWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VWC is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 VWC?
The MOT on L7 VWC is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VWC done?
L7 VWC was recorded at 291,308 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,964 miles a year.
Has L7 VWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VWC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 VWC 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 VWC find?
L7 VWC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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