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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LB53 NWJMOT history

LB53 NWJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,041 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NWJ was last recorded at 99,041 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,820 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
221 miles
Average per year
3,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,041 miles
  • 2025 – 98,820 miles
  • 2022 – 98,547 miles
  • 2021 – 98,526 miles
  • 2020 – 98,496 miles
  • 2015 – 97,023 miles
  • 2014 – 92,105 miles
  • 2013 – 86,481 miles
  • 2012 – 81,091 miles
  • 2011 – 73,689 miles
  • 2009 – 57,367 miles
  • 2008 – 49,525 miles
  • 2007 – 42,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,041 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    242195342598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,041 miles (+221)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    957984424480
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass98,820 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    644069034594
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,820 miles (+273)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    129295619831
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,547 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,547 miles
    Test number
    864246879644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,526 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,526 miles
    Test number
    558617635026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,496 miles
    Test number
    104139362438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,496 miles (+1,473)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,496 miles
    Test number
    183387177445
    • Repaired at testNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  9. Pass97,023 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,023 miles
    Test number
    312714240332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,105 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,105 miles
    Test number
    158906574245
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on both the edges

  11. Fail92,106 miles (+5,625)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    798246574239
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on both the edges

  12. Pass86,481 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,481 miles
    Test number
    967153673290
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail86,478 miles (+5,387)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,478 miles
    Test number
    975140773292
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  14. Pass81,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,091 miles
    Test number
    498155772293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail81,091 miles (+7,402)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,091 miles
    Test number
    785823572218
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Pass73,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    778983381279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,689 miles (+16,322)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    737163281280
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass57,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    312073799238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail57,367 miles (+7,842)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    744143199233
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,525 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    344790898282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,075 miles
    Test number
    584392087266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,075 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,075 miles
    Test number
    324902387406
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Questions about LB53 NWJ

Does LB53 NWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NWJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NWJ?
The MOT on LB53 NWJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NWJ done?
LB53 NWJ was recorded at 99,041 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,007 miles a year.
Has LB53 NWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NWJ has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 NWJ 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 LB53 NWJ find?
LB53 NWJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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