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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LB12 WSEMOT history

LB12 WSE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 180,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
180,962 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 WSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 WSE was last recorded at 180,962 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,956 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
12,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,962 miles
  • 2024 – 168,684 miles
  • 2023 – 159,127 miles
  • 2022 – 146,415 miles
  • 2021 – 136,820 miles
  • 2020 – 120,003 miles
  • 2019 – 106,768 miles
  • 2018 – 93,107 miles
  • 2017 – 78,073 miles
  • 2016 – 68,623 miles
  • 2015 – 54,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,962 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake fluid discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,962 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    180,962 miles
    Test number
    256062752623
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail180,956 miles (+12,272)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,956 miles
    Test number
    136678610950
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass168,684 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,684 miles
    Test number
    545167954725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Fail168,680 miles (+9,553)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,680 miles
    Test number
    958472157796
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  5. Pass159,127 miles (+12,712)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    159,127 miles
    Test number
    730475845591
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass146,415 miles (+9,595)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,415 miles
    Test number
    615187733058
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,820 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,820 miles
    Test number
    398084269096
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail136,820 miles (+16,817)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,820 miles
    Test number
    476177493073
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,003 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,003 miles
    Test number
    831653531775
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail120,003 miles (+13,235)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,003 miles
    Test number
    898061611408
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front DRL not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass106,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,768 miles
    Test number
    650785146415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,768 miles (+13,661)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,768 miles
    Test number
    727334035949
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass93,107 miles (+15,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,107 miles
    Test number
    854961146226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass78,073 miles (+9,450)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,073 miles
    Test number
    622230770298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,623 miles (+14,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,623 miles
    Test number
    210379912482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass54,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,097 miles
    Test number
    856516605202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 WSE

Does LB12 WSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 WSE is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 WSE?
The MOT on LB12 WSE is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 WSE done?
LB12 WSE was recorded at 180,962 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 12,307 miles a year.
Has LB12 WSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 WSE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 WSE 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 LB12 WSE find?
LB12 WSE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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