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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,968 cc

L83 LURMOT history

L83 LUR is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 128,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

L83 LUR white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2023
Mileage
128,700 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L83 LUR
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 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L83 LUR was last recorded at 128,700 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,700 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,700 miles
  • 2021 – 123,612 miles
  • 2020 – 118,582 miles
  • 2019 – 108,590 miles
  • 2018 – 94,228 miles
  • 2017 – 93,355 miles
  • 2016 – 92,074 miles
  • 2015 – 90,905 miles
  • 2014 – 89,558 miles
  • 2013 – 87,870 miles
  • 2012 – 86,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,700 miles
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nsf and Osf outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth front Brake hose deteriorated, adv replacementRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryO/s/r lower outer wheel arch holed and corroded but not considered structural.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Adv investigateRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded but not considered structural.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Nsf and Osf upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nsr and Osr

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nsf and Osf

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,700 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,700 miles
    Test number
    382910852806
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nsf and Osf outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front Brake hose deteriorated, adv replacement
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r lower outer wheel arch holed and corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Adv investigate
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Nsf and Osf upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,700 miles (+5,088)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,700 miles
    Test number
    618208508219
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nsf and Osf outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front Brake hose deteriorated, adv replacement
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r lower outer wheel arch holed and corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Adv investigate
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Nsf and Osf upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,612 miles (+33)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,612 miles
    Test number
    326901721382
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nsr and Osr (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r lower outer wheel arch holed and corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nsf and Osf
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail123,579 miles (+4,997)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,579 miles
    Test number
    801739527682
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nsr and Osr (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r lower outer wheel arch holed and corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Adv replacement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nsf and Osf
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass118,582 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,582 miles
    Test number
    212001956147
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar upper link bushes worn.
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis outriggers and supporting floor above holes and corroded, advise weld repairs.
    • AdvisoryFront most inner and outer sills, rear outer sills, both front and rear wheels arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f bumper semi insecure due to failing mounting.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lens missing but orange bulb fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front steering rack knuckles.
    • AdvisorySlight perish to all x4 brake flexi hoses.

  6. Fail118,582 miles (+9,992)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,582 miles
    Test number
    933987464443
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/14c (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar upper link bushes worn.
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis outriggers and supporting floor above holes and corroded, advise weld repairs.
    • AdvisoryFront most inner and outer sills, rear outer sills, both front and rear wheels arches holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f bumper semi insecure due to failing mounting.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lens missing but orange bulb fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front steering rack knuckles.
    • AdvisorySlight perish to all x4 brake flexi hoses.

  7. Pass108,590 miles (+2)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    108,590 miles
    Test number
    328404385441
    • AdvisoryN/S lower ball joint dust boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/S lower wishbone inner rear bush has slight paly
    • AdvisoryN/S registration plate light dim
    • AdvisoryO/S/F shock absorber moist
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth front sections of outer sills to inner door steps holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber outer sleeve covers heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryComp valve moist of oil
    • AdvisoryEngine moist of oil
    • AdvisoryMinor play in N/S lower ball joint
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column
    • AdvisoryRear section of O/S outer sill holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front upper suspension ball joints
    • AdvisoryWipers poor advise replacements

  8. Fail108,588 miles (+14,360)4 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,588 miles
    Test number
    450285908603
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S lower ball joint dust boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/S lower wishbone inner rear bush has slight paly
    • AdvisoryN/S registration plate light dim
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre worn on outer section tread, tread at 2mm advise replacement 185 r14c
    • AdvisoryO/S/F shock absorber moist
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth front sections of outer sills to inner door steps holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre worn on inner and outer section of tread. tread at 2mm advise replacements soon 185r14c
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber outer sleeve covers heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryComp valve moist of oil
    • AdvisoryEngine moist of oil
    • AdvisoryMinor play in N/S lower ball joint
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column
    • AdvisoryRear section of O/S outer sill holed and corroded but not affecting the vehicles structure
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front upper suspension ball joints
    • AdvisoryWipers poor advise replacements

  9. Pass94,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,228 miles
    Test number
    116142178382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,228 miles (+873)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,228 miles
    Test number
    717103801589
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

  11. Pass93,355 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    751026512739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,074 miles
    Test number
    619001918003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,074 miles (+1,169)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,074 miles
    Test number
    779898259497
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass90,905 miles (+1,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    468727485113
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass89,558 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,558 miles
    Test number
    227601584100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,870 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    245374393118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,153 miles
    Test number
    368221092104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L83 LUR

Does L83 LUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L83 LUR expired on 5 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L83 LUR?
The MOT on L83 LUR expired on 5 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L83 LUR done?
L83 LUR was recorded at 128,700 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 4,410 miles a year.
Has L83 LUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L83 LUR has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L83 LUR 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 L83 LUR find?
L83 LUR passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nsf and osf outer; both front brake hose deteriorated, adv replacement; both rear wheel arches holed and corroded., and 7 more.

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