
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Petrol · 1993 · 2,460 cc
L96 RKWMOT history
L96 RKW is a white petrol Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 202,601 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 202,601 mi
- At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 21
- 12 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 3,982 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L96 RKW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 31 Dec 1993
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L96 RKW was last recorded at 202,601 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 1,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 201,564 miles · 2 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,037 miles
- Average per year
- 3,982 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 202,601 miles
- 2025 – 201,564 miles
- 2017 – 165,137 miles
- 2014 – 153,447 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront scuttle panel corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
21 tests since 22 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,601 miles (+1,037)1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 202,601 miles
- Test number
- 814289588852
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront scuttle panel corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass201,564 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 201,564 miles
- Test number
- 665209808860
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryWindscreen scuttle area corroded
Fail201,558 miles2 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,558 miles
- Test number
- 354999581375
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryWindscreen scuttle area corroded
Pass178,699 km (+175)1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 178,699 km
- Test number
- 469882509076
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
- AdvisoryHeadlamp beam benders fitted
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryScuttle pan corroded
Pass178,524 km (+1)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2024
- Odometer
- 178,524 km
- Test number
- 316196431361
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryHeadlight beam correctors fitted
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail178,523 km (+880)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,523 km
- Test number
- 306899178957
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lhd lamps (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracked - should be replaced (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring & shock mounting area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass177,643 km (+7)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2023
- Odometer
- 177,643 km
- Test number
- 163180920507
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides & cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail177,636 km (+341)7 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,636 km
- Test number
- 931863474777
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides & cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass177,295 km (+11)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 177,295 km
- Test number
- 569900916263
- AdvisoryHead light masks fitted
Fail177,284 km (+6)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,284 km
- Test number
- 348363775727
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Fail177,278 km (+2,963)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,278 km
- Test number
- 986031797055
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Pass174,315 km (+6)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 174,315 km
- Test number
- 804450038787
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) + offside
Fail174,309 km (+1,720)5 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,309 km
- Test number
- 998872802834
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) + offside
Pass172,589 km (+167)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2019
- Odometer
- 172,589 km
- Test number
- 563069412097
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail172,422 km6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,422 km
- Test number
- 774348634596
- FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass165,137 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2018
- Odometer
- 165,137 miles
- Test number
- 303864569684
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass163,676 km (+119)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2017
- Odometer
- 163,676 km
- Test number
- 894133761972
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Fail163,557 km (+4,657)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,557 km
- Test number
- 447552195604
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass158,900 km
- MOT expiry
- 22 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 158,900 km
- Test number
- 436358105119
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass153,447 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 153,447 miles
- Test number
- 376153014136
- NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
Fail153,447 km9 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,447 km
- Test number
- 936852414116
- FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Questions about L96 RKW
- Does L96 RKW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L96 RKW is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L96 RKW?
- The MOT on L96 RKW is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L96 RKW done?
- L96 RKW was recorded at 202,601 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 3,982 miles a year.
- Has L96 RKW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L96 RKW has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on L96 RKW 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 L96 RKW find?
- L96 RKW passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front scuttle panel corroded, and 11 more.
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