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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LA51 JXRMOT history

LA51 JXR is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 228,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LA51 JXR white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
228,870 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 JXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 JXR was last recorded at 228,870 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Dec 2015: 20,604 miles, lower than 203,224 miles on 30 Dec 2014.

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
228,866 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,870 miles
  • 2025 – 223,984 miles
  • 2024 – 220,562 miles
  • 2022 – 218,014 miles
  • 2021 – 212,794 miles
  • 2019 – 210,385 miles
  • 2018 – 209,193 miles
  • 2016 – 208,376 miles
  • 2015 – 20,604 miles
  • 2014 – 203,224 miles
  • 2013 – 196,416 miles
  • 2012 – 157,790 miles
  • 2011 – 157,790 miles
  • 2010 – 155,973 miles
  • 2009 – 148,738 miles
  • 2008 – 143,045 miles
  • 2007 – 124,297 miles
  • 2006 – 99,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,870 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,870 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    228,870 miles
    Test number
    460690341281
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail228,866 miles (+4,882)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,866 miles
    Test number
    383250374353
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass223,984 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    223,984 miles
    Test number
    993299843037
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail223,984 miles (+3,422)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,984 miles
    Test number
    603107306110
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass220,562 miles (+2,548)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    220,562 miles
    Test number
    455401093771
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass218,014 miles (+39)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    218,014 miles
    Test number
    826718490269
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail217,975 miles (+5,181)2 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,975 miles
    Test number
    475970238980
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated 2 front, 4 rear, - all 6 are perishing and/or have minor corrosion to ferules (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass212,794 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    212,794 miles
    Test number
    674974046188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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. Fail212,794 miles (+2,409)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,794 miles
    Test number
    335921960644
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass210,385 miles (+478)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    210,385 miles
    Test number
    447898590237
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass209,907 miles (+714)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    209,907 miles
    Test number
    245459653311
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement end link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement end link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass209,193 miles (+817)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    209,193 miles
    Test number
    423507581375
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass208,376 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    208,376 miles
    Test number
    845910867185
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail208,374 miles (+187,770)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,374 miles
    Test number
    520793954352
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass20,604 miles (-182,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    20,604 miles
    Test number
    130034889798
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush D Bushes. (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass203,224 miles (+6,808)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    203,224 miles
    Test number
    159874664336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAdvise centre hand brake cable corroaded

  17. Fail196,416 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,416 miles
    Test number
    455475763442
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAdvise brake pad warning light on

  18. Pass196,416 miles (+25,713)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    196,416 miles
    Test number
    669465763398
    • NoteAdvise brake pad warning light on

  19. Pass170,703 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    170,703 miles
    Test number
    156229303425
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail170,701 miles (+12,911)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,701 miles
    Test number
    738907703011
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass157,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    157,790 miles
    Test number
    955524302027
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber bushes

  22. Fail157,790 miles (+1,817)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,790 miles
    Test number
    659074961317
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass155,973 miles (+2,662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    155,973 miles
    Test number
    894484360390
    • NoteBoth front steering arms have slight play
    • NoteFront brake pads are low

  24. Pass153,311 miles (+4,573)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    153,311 miles
    Test number
    873164250079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass148,738 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    974450629066
    • NoteBoth front steering arms have slight play
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on edges
    • NoteFront brake pads are low

  26. Fail148,738 miles (+5,693)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    163140429084
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front steering arms have slight play
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on edges
    • NoteFront brake pads are low

  27. Pass143,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    143,045 miles
    Test number
    390589238036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail143,045 miles (+18,748)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,045 miles
    Test number
    534729738008
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  29. Pass124,297 miles (+25,218)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    124,297 miles
    Test number
    193698247094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass99,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    792282346007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA51 JXR

Does LA51 JXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 JXR is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 JXR?
The MOT on LA51 JXR is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 JXR done?
LA51 JXR was recorded at 228,870 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 6,445 miles a year.
Has LA51 JXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 JXR has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 JXR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 JXR find?
LA51 JXR passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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