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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L89 MMYMOT history

L89 MMY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 218,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

L89 MMY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
218,192 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L89 MMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
15 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L89 MMY was last recorded at 218,192 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 5,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,575 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
5,617 miles
Average per year
6,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,192 miles
  • 2024 – 212,575 miles
  • 2023 – 209,608 miles
  • 2022 – 207,387 miles
  • 2021 – 203,262 miles
  • 2020 – 196,216 miles
  • 2019 – 188,716 miles
  • 2018 – 179,873 miles
  • 2017 – 170,008 miles
  • 2016 – 159,968 miles
  • 2015 – 151,831 miles
  • 2014 – 139,750 miles
  • 2013 – 130,284 miles
  • 2012 – 116,902 miles
  • 2011 – 106,879 miles
  • 2010 – 98,534 miles
  • 2009 – 93,582 miles
  • 2008 – 93,561 miles
  • 2007 – 90,425 miles
  • 2006 – 89,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,192 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes to valve (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing under wheel arch holed and corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front undersill at inner step area corroded and holed
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes to drums (1.1.11 (c))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to drums

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both undersills corroded in placers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,192 miles (+5,617)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    218,192 miles
    Test number
    735167442755
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes to valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing under wheel arch holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front undersill at inner step area corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes to drums (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass212,575 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    212,575 miles
    Test number
    630697506565
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to drums (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail212,574 miles (+2,966)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,574 miles
    Test number
    293410101777
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to drums (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass209,608 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    209,608 miles
    Test number
    386845671028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to drums (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth undersills corroded in placers
  5. Fail209,607 miles (+2,220)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,607 miles
    Test number
    300511586766
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt HOLED (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to drums (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth undersills corroded in placers
  6. Pass207,387 miles (+4,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    207,387 miles
    Test number
    111096402671
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass203,262 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    203,262 miles
    Test number
    467523244917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail203,261 miles (+7,045)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,261 miles
    Test number
    104264624210
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass196,216 miles (+7,500)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    196,216 miles
    Test number
    527062897206
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main brake pipes along chassis near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive from around driveshaft area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
  10. Pass188,716 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    188,716 miles
    Test number
    723978415848
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
  11. Fail188,714 miles (+8,841)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,714 miles
    Test number
    511665976121
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
  12. Pass179,873 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    179,873 miles
    Test number
    959360040934
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryBoth side under sill panels becoming corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySlight movement in shock absorber bottom bush
  13. Fail179,873 miles (+9,865)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,873 miles
    Test number
    388233182145
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryBoth side under sill panels becoming corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySlight movement in shock absorber bottom bush
  14. Pass170,008 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    170,008 miles
    Test number
    857310720755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail169,955 miles (+9,987)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,955 miles
    Test number
    711926593162
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both inner sills corroded through in places (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s front jacking point to inner sill corroded through (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass159,968 miles (+8,137)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    159,968 miles
    Test number
    998693719526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush link bar rubber (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front inner wings corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear axle footbrake effort
    • AdvisorySlight play in both steering rack ends
  17. Pass151,831 miles (+12,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,831 miles
    Test number
    326985105146
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass139,750 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    139,750 miles
    Test number
    419238314148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteInterior of brake master cylinder is contaminated and dirty and requires cleaning out and new brake fluid added.
  19. Fail139,750 miles (+9,466)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,750 miles
    Test number
    279758714167
    • FailureHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • FailureHorn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteInterior of brake master cylinder is contaminated and dirty and requires cleaning out and new brake fluid added.
  20. Pass130,284 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    130,284 miles
    Test number
    279235533481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,247 miles (+13,345)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,247 miles
    Test number
    378331033100
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear number plate bulb slightly dim
  22. Pass116,902 miles (+10,023)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    116,902 miles
    Test number
    347693132110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,879 miles (+8,345)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,879 miles
    Test number
    177412881180
    • NoteO/s and n/s inner and outer sills also arches slight corrosion.
  24. Pass98,534 miles (+4,952)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,534 miles
    Test number
    861963890183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f track rod gaiter split
  25. Pass93,582 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,582 miles
    Test number
    591412189158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  26. Pass93,561 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,561 miles
    Test number
    272462778443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass90,425 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    90,425 miles
    Test number
    451081137044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,351 miles (+547)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,351 miles
    Test number
    963398817080
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  29. Fail89,804 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,804 miles
    Test number
    213858426339
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about L89 MMY

Does L89 MMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L89 MMY expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L89 MMY?
The MOT on L89 MMY expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L89 MMY done?
L89 MMY was recorded at 218,192 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 6,874 miles a year.
Has L89 MMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L89 MMY has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L89 MMY 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 L89 MMY find?
L89 MMY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipes to valve; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hoses; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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