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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LB53 NWLMOT history

LB53 NWL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 221,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,996 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NWL was last recorded at 221,996 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 9,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,711 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,285 miles
Average per year
9,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,996 miles
  • 2025 – 212,711 miles
  • 2024 – 203,776 miles
  • 2023 – 193,546 miles
  • 2022 – 184,163 miles
  • 2021 – 177,869 miles
  • 2020 – 168,729 miles
  • 2019 – 163,115 miles
  • 2018 – 159,248 miles
  • 2017 – 154,689 miles
  • 2016 – 145,168 miles
  • 2015 – 134,336 miles
  • 2014 – 121,798 miles
  • 2013 – 110,173 miles
  • 2012 – 95,087 miles
  • 2011 – 81,441 miles
  • 2010 – 66,600 miles
  • 2009 – 51,544 miles
  • 2008 – 41,031 miles
  • 2007 – 31,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,996 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHorn just loud enough

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,996 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    221,996 miles
    Test number
    474819331682
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHorn just loud enough

  2. Fail221,996 miles (+9,285)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,996 miles
    Test number
    611333547227
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHorn just loud enough

  3. Pass212,711 miles (+8,935)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    212,711 miles
    Test number
    588170560235
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass203,776 miles (+10,230)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    203,776 miles
    Test number
    478837291720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass193,546 miles (+9,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    193,546 miles
    Test number
    399782336251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass184,163 miles (+6,294)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    184,163 miles
    Test number
    945378847300
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass177,869 miles (+9,140)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    177,869 miles
    Test number
    355526695239
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass168,729 miles (+5,614)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    168,729 miles
    Test number
    196252920606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear stop and tail slightly discolored.
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass163,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    163,115 miles
    Test number
    583033056258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail163,115 miles (+3,867)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,115 miles
    Test number
    719073045093
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass159,248 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    159,248 miles
    Test number
    671649231869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    154,689 miles
    Test number
    512438377396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,689 miles (+9,521)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,689 miles
    Test number
    906181644605
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass145,168 miles (+10,832)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,168 miles
    Test number
    477863402625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass134,336 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    467744405221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail134,336 miles (+12,538)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    856654305266
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass121,798 miles (+11,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,798 miles
    Test number
    245242524473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass110,173 miles (+15,086)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,173 miles
    Test number
    175853293425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,087 miles
    Test number
    556897582010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,087 miles (+13,646)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,087 miles
    Test number
    786206882098
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass81,441 miles (+14,841)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    81,441 miles
    Test number
    725421801109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,600 miles (+15,056)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    824192910121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,544 miles (+10,513)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,544 miles
    Test number
    820109869072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,031 miles (+9,426)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,031 miles
    Test number
    902467888080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,605 miles
    Test number
    741828907031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 NWL

Does LB53 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NWL is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NWL?
The MOT on LB53 NWL is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NWL done?
LB53 NWL was recorded at 221,996 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 9,755 miles a year.
Has LB53 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NWL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 NWL 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 NWL find?
LB53 NWL passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; horn just loud enough.

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