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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

L90 ABUMOT history

L90 ABU is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Oct 1996. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 265,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L90 ABU orange Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
265,316 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ABU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
28 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ABU was last recorded at 265,316 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2011: 183,838 miles, lower than 408,678 miles on 10 Nov 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
265,305 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 265,316 miles
  • 2025 – 264,307 miles
  • 2024 – 263,170 miles
  • 2023 – 261,899 miles
  • 2022 – 260,394 miles
  • 2021 – 258,497 miles
  • 2020 – 248,461 miles
  • 2019 – 248,433 miles
  • 2018 – 231,055 miles
  • 2017 – 223,885 miles
  • 2016 – 210,505 miles
  • 2015 – 196,924 miles
  • 2014 – 188,888 miles
  • 2011 – 183,838 miles
  • 2009 – 408,678 miles
  • 2008 – 401,806 miles
  • 2007 – 394,462 miles
  • 2006 – 380,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass265,316 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass265,316 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    265,316 miles
    Test number
    583009108178
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail265,305 miles (+998)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,305 miles
    Test number
    736965042448
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass264,307 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    264,307 miles
    Test number
    767489114197
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack upper (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  4. Fail264,304 miles (+1,134)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,304 miles
    Test number
    726004398966
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch area - chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack upper (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  5. Pass263,170 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    263,170 miles
    Test number
    471813561136
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer both outer arch area
  6. Fail263,170 miles (+1,271)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,170 miles
    Test number
    398333921786
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer both outer arch area
  7. Pass261,899 miles (+1,505)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    261,899 miles
    Test number
    794773066878
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass260,394 miles (+1,897)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    260,394 miles
    Test number
    313978327162
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass258,497 miles (+15)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    258,497 miles
    Test number
    264635229539
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  10. Fail258,482 miles (+10,021)1 dangerous13 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,482 miles
    Test number
    181226495141
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  11. Pass248,461 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    248,461 miles
    Test number
    695274477919
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusted due to vehicle not being used
  12. Fail248,433 miles (+17,378)2 dangerous11 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,433 miles
    Test number
    795324971519
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering and outer sills at front and in the centre of outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill close to suspension system (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Fuel tank insecure fuel tank strap badly corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected broken and not working (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt swivel (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass231,055 miles (+7,170)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    231,055 miles
    Test number
    146383866434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake dragging slightly
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
  14. Pass223,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    223,885 miles
    Test number
    255720046739
    • AdvisoryFront both steering arm inner joints worn .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail223,885 miles (+13,380)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,885 miles
    Test number
    102310873654
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront both steering arm inner joints worn .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass210,505 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    210,505 miles
    Test number
    858363320044
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack mounts worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arm inner joints worn
  17. Fail210,505 miles (+13,581)13 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,505 miles
    Test number
    124141425932
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes above tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short alternator wiring plug wires bare (1.9.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack mounts worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arm inner joints worn
  18. Pass196,924 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    196,924 miles
    Test number
    178368505427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail196,924 miles (+8,036)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,924 miles
    Test number
    459405305043
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass188,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    188,888 miles
    Test number
    138960014031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. FailMileage not read13 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    436338904008
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. PassMileage not read6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    705992453002
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
  23. FailMileage not read12 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    689532943070
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BADLY WORN ON INSIDE EDGE
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
  24. PassMileage not read5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    416597442066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
  25. FailMileage not read7 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    907784142079
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm
  26. FailMileage not read7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    416137322070
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  27. Pass183,838 miles (-224,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    183,838 miles
    Test number
    856658121022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass408,678 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    408,678 miles
    Test number
    481064819304
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  29. Fail408,670 miles (+6,864)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    408,670 miles
    Test number
    474943819371
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  30. Pass401,806 miles (+7,344)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    401,806 miles
    Test number
    823059188257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass394,462 miles (+14,430)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    394,462 miles
    Test number
    431408687272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass380,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    380,032 miles
    Test number
    690457986293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail380,032 miles5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    380,032 miles
    Test number
    220629176250
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNot able to do smoke test due to exhaust system

Questions about L90 ABU

Does L90 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ABU is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ABU?
The MOT on L90 ABU is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ABU done?
L90 ABU was recorded at 265,316 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026.
Has L90 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ABU has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 ABU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 ABU find?
L90 ABU passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; exhaust corroded; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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