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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LA51 NGXMOT history

LA51 NGX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LA51 NGX red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,418 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NGX was last recorded at 132,418 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,418 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,418 miles
  • 2025 – 126,434 miles
  • 2024 – 117,285 miles
  • 2023 – 105,960 miles
  • 2022 – 96,084 miles
  • 2021 – 88,591 miles
  • 2020 – 80,939 miles
  • 2019 – 79,392 miles
  • 2018 – 76,309 miles
  • 2017 – 73,618 miles
  • 2016 – 69,936 miles
  • 2015 – 64,307 miles
  • 2014 – 58,949 miles
  • 2013 – 55,207 miles
  • 2012 – 51,158 miles
  • 2011 – 47,800 miles
  • 2010 – 45,632 miles
  • 2009 – 43,290 miles
  • 2008 – 39,995 miles
  • 2007 – 36,634 miles
  • 2006 – 33,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,418 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pad light onRecorded 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.

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,418 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    132,418 miles
    Test number
    866473127938
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  2. Fail132,418 miles (+5,984)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,418 miles
    Test number
    958567003207
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  3. Pass126,434 miles (+9,149)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    126,434 miles
    Test number
    310234684393
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear spare wheel hanger corroded not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  4. Pass117,285 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,285 miles
    Test number
    414824163702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on

  5. Fail117,285 miles (+11,325)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,285 miles
    Test number
    478357567965
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on

  6. Pass105,960 miles (+5)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,960 miles
    Test number
    653656798739
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower sill has corrosion not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail105,955 miles (+9,871)1 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,955 miles
    Test number
    210691099502
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower sill has corrosion not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,084 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,084 miles
    Test number
    446200973632
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod ends dust boots split
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting missing/system secure
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner door sill rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryNear side front lower swivel joint dust boot split

  9. Fail96,081 miles (+7,490)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,081 miles
    Test number
    714899086099
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod ends dust boots split
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting missing/system secure
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner door sill rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryNear side front lower swivel joint dust boot split
    • AdvisoryOff side number plate lamp inoperative

  10. Pass88,591 miles (+7,652)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,591 miles
    Test number
    118316493097
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill has corrosion not quite within a seat belt anchorage prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen washer poor
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass80,939 miles (+1,547)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,939 miles
    Test number
    446943003470
    • MinorNearside Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass79,392 miles (+3,083)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,392 miles
    Test number
    251037769006
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass76,309 miles (+2,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,309 miles
    Test number
    667331997782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass73,618 miles (+3,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,618 miles
    Test number
    187095587631
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass69,936 miles (+5,629)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,936 miles
    Test number
    848226568104
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass64,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    240665466609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,307 miles (+5,358)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    636964167985
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Fail58,949 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,949 miles
    Test number
    738248364223
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass58,949 miles (+3,742)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,949 miles
    Test number
    799318564240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,207 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,207 miles
    Test number
    286499863267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,158 miles (+3,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,158 miles
    Test number
    198900072260
    • 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. Pass47,800 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,800 miles
    Test number
    637276761227
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside front preventing inspection of seat belt

  23. Fail47,800 miles (+2,168)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,800 miles
    Test number
    355926861276
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside front preventing inspection of seat belt

  24. Pass45,632 miles (+2,342)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,632 miles
    Test number
    670880570290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,290 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,290 miles
    Test number
    953901679227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,995 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    463391378215
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  27. Fail39,976 miles (+3,342)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,976 miles
    Test number
    374469868443
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  28. Pass36,634 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,634 miles
    Test number
    463824147234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,554 miles
    Test number
    351026366211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NGX

Does LA51 NGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 NGX is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NGX?
The MOT on LA51 NGX is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 NGX done?
LA51 NGX was recorded at 132,418 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 4,935 miles a year.
Has LA51 NGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NGX has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 NGX 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 NGX find?
LA51 NGX passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 5 more.

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