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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L85 DUEMOT history

L85 DUE is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 269,719 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

L85 DUE red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
269,719 km
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,336 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L85 DUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
20 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L85 DUE was last recorded at 269,719 km on 24 Apr 2025, 25 km more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,694 km · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
25 km
Average per year
3,336 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 269,719 km
  • 2023 – 269,278 km
  • 2022 – 268,744 km
  • 2021 – 265,013 km
  • 2020 – 264,718 km
  • 2018 – 261,404 km
  • 2017 – 257,432 km
  • 2016 – 255,184 km
  • 2013 – 240,921 km
  • 2012 – 234,349 km
  • 2011 – 223,286 km
  • 2010 – 219,917 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,719 km

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Body has slight corrosion Centre (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,719 km (+25)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    269,719 km
    Test number
    173093643798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail269,694 km (+416)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,694 km
    Test number
    689818356053
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass269,278 km (+534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    269,278 km
    Test number
    760612880804
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass268,744 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    268,744 km
    Test number
    767346195132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes heavily covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail268,743 km2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,743 km
    Test number
    165543514352
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipe heavily covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail268,743 km (+3,730)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,743 km
    Test number
    567175623710
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipe heavily covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass265,013 km (+210)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    265,013 km
    Test number
    173881531124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail264,803 km (+85)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,803 km
    Test number
    799894318642
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s and o/s front inner wings

  9. Pass264,718 km2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    264,718 km
    Test number
    334978895671
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass262,974 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2020
    Odometer
    262,974 miles
    Test number
    969033832045
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear underside of body has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail262,974 miles1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,974 miles
    Test number
    576438298660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear underside of body has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass261,404 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    261,404 km
    Test number
    555286076877
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion Centre (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail261,404 km (+3,972)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,404 km
    Test number
    659499345426
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion Centre (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion Nearside and offside (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass257,432 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    257,432 km
    Test number
    376024338246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear vehicle has corrosion but due to coverings it is not possible to determine whether or not it is within the prescribed area of the seat or seat belt mountings
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail257,432 km (+2,248)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,432 km
    Test number
    334345287360
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear vehicle has corrosion but due to coverings it is not possible to determine whether or not it is within the prescribed area of the seat or seat belt mountings
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass255,184 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    255,184 km
    Test number
    656884239621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  17. Pass252,902 miles (+6,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    252,902 miles
    Test number
    996450915178
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch area has excessive corrosion although not within any brake or suspension prescribed areas

  18. Fail246,531 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,531 miles
    Test number
    379154114111
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass246,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    246,531 miles
    Test number
    717784514150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass240,921 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    240,921 km
    Test number
    139211123193
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Fail240,921 km (+11)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,921 km
    Test number
    107304413100
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Fail240,910 km (+6,561)6 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,910 km
    Test number
    677793413197
    • DangerousNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  23. Pass234,349 km (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    234,349 km
    Test number
    405854612131
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  24. Fail234,343 km (+11,057)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,343 km
    Test number
    517433702103
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass223,286 km (+3,369)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    223,286 km
    Test number
    228741301426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass219,917 km
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    219,917 km
    Test number
    701230440168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass213,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    213,637 miles
    Test number
    284802149118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L85 DUE

Does L85 DUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L85 DUE expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L85 DUE?
The MOT on L85 DUE expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L85 DUE done?
L85 DUE was recorded at 269,719 km at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 3,336 km a year.
Has L85 DUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L85 DUE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L85 DUE 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 L85 DUE find?
L85 DUE passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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