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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

L8 VLCMOT history

L8 VLC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 168,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

L8 VLC blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,916 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VLC was last recorded at 168,916 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,885 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,916 miles
  • 2025 – 168,885 miles
  • 2024 – 163,811 miles
  • 2023 – 161,926 miles
  • 2022 – 160,543 miles
  • 2021 – 157,636 miles
  • 2020 – 155,388 miles
  • 2019 – 150,385 miles
  • 2018 – 150,281 miles
  • 2017 – 148,756 miles
  • 2016 – 145,087 miles
  • 2015 – 141,637 miles
  • 2014 – 136,464 miles
  • 2013 – 131,009 miles
  • 2012 – 123,786 miles
  • 2011 – 115,321 miles
  • 2010 – 110,357 miles
  • 2009 – 98,761 miles
  • 2008 – 84,697 miles
  • 2007 – 74,680 miles
  • 2006 – 58,470 miles
  • 2005 – 44,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,916 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,916 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,916 miles
    Test number
    619409710104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass168,885 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    168,885 miles
    Test number
    532396993298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass163,811 miles (+1,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    163,811 miles
    Test number
    403341677960
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass161,926 miles (+1,383)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,926 miles
    Test number
    916370383064
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside and nearside and gaters split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryIdle seems to be high

  5. Pass160,543 miles (+2,907)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    160,543 miles
    Test number
    963045186206
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre pipe front flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair no locks n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass157,636 miles (+2,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,636 miles
    Test number
    952670942101
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member under radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass155,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    155,388 miles
    Test number
    768757794709
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail155,388 miles (+5,003)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,388 miles
    Test number
    487576778320
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass150,385 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,385 miles
    Test number
    872141518232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,281 miles (+1,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    150,281 miles
    Test number
    558919724747
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass148,756 miles (+3,669)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    148,756 miles
    Test number
    448877704533
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass145,087 miles (+3,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,087 miles
    Test number
    990898013836
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrsion

  13. Fail141,637 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,637 miles
    Test number
    356479185174
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass141,637 miles (+5,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    141,637 miles
    Test number
    736839785174
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass136,464 miles (+5,455)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,464 miles
    Test number
    508390094138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass131,009 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,009 miles
    Test number
    216966293143
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail131,003 miles (+7,217)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,003 miles
    Test number
    556096593114
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail123,786 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,786 miles
    Test number
    576645292185
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass123,786 miles (+8,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    123,786 miles
    Test number
    595415392155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass115,321 miles (+4,964)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,321 miles
    Test number
    475479731111
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHorn could do better
    • NoteNSF inner CV boot split

  21. Pass110,357 miles (+11,596)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,357 miles
    Test number
    273712360483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,761 miles (+14,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,761 miles
    Test number
    661638169127
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes worn

  23. Pass84,697 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    84,697 miles
    Test number
    181392968111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,686 miles (+10,006)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,686 miles
    Test number
    724321568105
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSlight damage front reg plate

  25. Pass74,680 miles (+16,210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    74,680 miles
    Test number
    312640777450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,470 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,470 miles
    Test number
    151450676267
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass58,470 miles (+14,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,470 miles
    Test number
    641180276269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass44,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    44,073 miles
    Test number
    182697665208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,073 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,073 miles
    Test number
    154547765206
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about L8 VLC

Does L8 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VLC is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VLC?
The MOT on L8 VLC is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VLC done?
L8 VLC was recorded at 168,916 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has L8 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VLC has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on L8 VLC 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 L8 VLC find?
L8 VLC passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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