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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LB51 CVKMOT history

LB51 CVK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 183,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
183,097 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 CVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 CVK was last recorded at 183,097 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,090 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,097 miles
  • 2025 – 179,708 miles
  • 2024 – 177,633 miles
  • 2023 – 175,855 miles
  • 2022 – 172,799 miles
  • 2021 – 168,907 miles
  • 2020 – 165,828 miles
  • 2018 – 159,111 miles
  • 2017 – 153,299 miles
  • 2016 – 148,962 miles
  • 2015 – 138,445 miles
  • 2014 – 125,764 miles
  • 2013 – 114,512 miles
  • 2012 – 104,141 miles
  • 2011 – 93,771 miles
  • 2010 – 85,121 miles
  • 2009 – 73,045 miles
  • 2008 – 65,128 miles
  • 2007 – 53,214 miles
  • 2006 – 43,832 miles
  • 2005 – 35,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,097 miles
  • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge spare tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pad warning light on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil light flashing on dash oil level ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,097 miles (+7)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    183,097 miles
    Test number
    404022035684
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Fail183,090 miles (+3,382)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,090 miles
    Test number
    779675601185
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Pass179,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,708 miles
    Test number
    743738315278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Fail179,703 miles (+2,070)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,703 miles
    Test number
    347017587550
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass177,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    177,633 miles
    Test number
    391274995081
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Fail177,633 miles (+1,778)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,633 miles
    Test number
    239816327843
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass175,855 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    175,855 miles
    Test number
    266707478416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,799 miles (+3,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    172,799 miles
    Test number
    603322653545
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel cover slightly loose
  9. Pass168,907 miles (+3,079)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,907 miles
    Test number
    328408657821
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer door step to inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass165,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,828 miles
    Test number
    880766603646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail165,828 miles (+6,717)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,828 miles
    Test number
    952612138432
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  12. Pass159,111 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    159,111 miles
    Test number
    386608617719
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge spare tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryOil light flashing on dash oil level ok
  13. Fail159,069 miles (+5,770)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    182649612984
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge spare tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryOil light flashing on dash oil level ok
  14. Pass153,299 miles (+4,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,299 miles
    Test number
    198849009905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  15. Pass148,962 miles (+10,517)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    148,962 miles
    Test number
    130578145817
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight bead damage inner
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
  16. Pass138,445 miles (+12,681)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    138,445 miles
    Test number
    729751957163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel both front inner tie rods (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad level warning lamp on pads are fine
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn on inner edge suggesting a tracking issue
  17. Pass125,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    125,764 miles
    Test number
    329168004320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail125,764 miles (+11,252)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,764 miles
    Test number
    425318504369
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
  19. Pass114,512 miles (+10,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,512 miles
    Test number
    346720913346
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass104,141 miles (+10,370)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,141 miles
    Test number
    986161092244
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake pad warning indicator illuminated
  21. Pass93,771 miles (+8,650)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,771 miles
    Test number
    905344811348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail85,121 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,121 miles
    Test number
    180845390277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  23. Pass85,121 miles (+12,076)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    85,121 miles
    Test number
    383685690257
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  24. Pass73,045 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,045 miles
    Test number
    452523409378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,128 miles (+11,914)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,128 miles
    Test number
    303068698418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,214 miles (+9,382)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,214 miles
    Test number
    870232307327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,832 miles (+8,811)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,832 miles
    Test number
    824276906394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    35,021 miles
    Test number
    480275005492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LB51 CVK

Does LB51 CVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 CVK is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 CVK?
The MOT on LB51 CVK is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 CVK done?
LB51 CVK was recorded at 183,097 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,337 miles a year.
Has LB51 CVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 CVK has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 CVK 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 LB51 CVK find?
LB51 CVK passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective slightly damaged; brake pad warning light on, and 1 more.

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