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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

LA51 NGJMOT history

LA51 NGJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 197,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LA51 NGJ blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
197,966 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NGJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NGJ was last recorded at 197,966 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 6,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,411 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,555 miles
Average per year
6,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,966 miles
  • 2025 – 191,411 miles
  • 2024 – 184,357 miles
  • 2023 – 179,581 miles
  • 2022 – 175,147 miles
  • 2021 – 168,495 miles
  • 2020 – 162,636 miles
  • 2019 – 156,085 miles
  • 2018 – 154,874 miles
  • 2017 – 152,969 miles
  • 2016 – 149,215 miles
  • 2015 – 141,300 miles
  • 2014 – 131,623 miles
  • 2013 – 125,960 miles
  • 2012 – 120,952 miles
  • 2011 – 14,460 miles
  • 2010 – 108,321 miles
  • 2009 – 100,531 miles
  • 2008 – 92,500 miles
  • 2007 – 80,217 miles
  • 2006 – 67,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,966 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s outer sill starting to corrode

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,966 miles (+6,555)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    197,966 miles
    Test number
    364083913867
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill starting to corrode

  2. Pass191,411 miles (+152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    191,411 miles
    Test number
    255159589447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail191,259 miles (+6,902)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,259 miles
    Test number
    448108154058
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass184,357 miles (+4,776)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    184,357 miles
    Test number
    746439786116
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass179,581 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    179,581 miles
    Test number
    330563096320
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail179,580 miles (+4,433)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,580 miles
    Test number
    157716262995
    • DangerousFront Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust holed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass175,147 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    175,147 miles
    Test number
    747334624532
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills getting very weak

  8. Fail175,147 miles (+6,652)11 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,147 miles
    Test number
    122847326191
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front antirollbar d bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills getting very weak

  9. Pass168,495 miles (+1)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    248454866694
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner sill corroded

  10. Fail168,494 miles (+5,858)1 dangerous3 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,494 miles
    Test number
    423074492498
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner sill corroded

  11. Pass162,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,636 miles
    Test number
    999746939894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail162,633 miles (+6,548)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,633 miles
    Test number
    889648986464
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass156,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    156,085 miles
    Test number
    390091441331
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail156,085 miles (+1,211)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,085 miles
    Test number
    883486672686
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass154,874 miles (+1,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,874 miles
    Test number
    503512236988
    • AdvisoryFront drop links have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  16. Pass152,969 miles (+3,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    152,969 miles
    Test number
    806960542967
    • AdvisoryFront drop links have some pay
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust blow

  17. Pass149,215 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,215 miles
    Test number
    639790722890
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links have some play
    • AdvisoryMinor blows from front exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on legal limit 1.6mm

  18. Fail149,210 miles (+7,910)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,210 miles
    Test number
    667696804815
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront drop links have some play

  19. Pass141,300 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    141,300 miles
    Test number
    735572525094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail141,300 miles (+9,677)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,300 miles
    Test number
    425891325047
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass131,623 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    131,623 miles
    Test number
    158763014052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail125,960 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,960 miles
    Test number
    259769803074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing cracks and signs of deteoration

  23. Pass125,960 miles (+5,008)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    125,960 miles
    Test number
    825659303094
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing cracks and signs of deteoration

  24. Pass120,952 miles (+106,492)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    120,952 miles
    Test number
    816269202060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    14,460 miles
    Test number
    529688911014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail114,457 miles (+6,136)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,457 miles
    Test number
    568588811066
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Fail108,321 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    291725110060
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  28. Pass108,321 miles (+7,790)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    764625210085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,531 miles (+8,031)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    100,531 miles
    Test number
    263447019033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass92,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,500 miles
    Test number
    283158418068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,500 miles (+12,283)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,500 miles
    Test number
    804368318054
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  32. Pass80,217 miles (+13,047)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    80,217 miles
    Test number
    693949217026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass67,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    67,170 miles
    Test number
    350171926039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NGJ

Does LA51 NGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 NGJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NGJ?
The MOT on LA51 NGJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 NGJ done?
LA51 NGJ was recorded at 197,966 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 6,412 miles a year.
Has LA51 NGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NGJ has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 NGJ 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 LA51 NGJ find?
LA51 NGJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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