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Volkswagen LT

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 2,461 cc

LC54 NLFMOT history

LC54 NLF is a red diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 26 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 216,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
216,828 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
9,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC54 NLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC54 NLF was last recorded at 216,828 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,578 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,250 miles
Average per year
9,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,828 miles
  • 2025 – 215,578 miles
  • 2024 – 214,473 miles
  • 2023 – 214,394 miles
  • 2022 – 211,348 miles
  • 2021 – 198,107 miles
  • 2020 – 184,761 miles
  • 2019 – 170,455 miles
  • 2018 – 156,206 miles
  • 2017 – 147,817 miles
  • 2016 – 136,663 miles
  • 2015 – 124,801 miles
  • 2014 – 112,308 miles
  • 2013 – 101,328 miles
  • 2012 – 91,437 miles
  • 2011 – 78,614 miles
  • 2010 – 65,416 miles
  • 2009 – 58,796 miles
  • 2008 – 48,579 miles
  • 2007 – 37,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,828 miles

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 27 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,828 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    216,828 miles
    Test number
    850893814279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass215,578 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    215,578 miles
    Test number
    398243282656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail215,577 miles (+1,104)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,577 miles
    Test number
    445509451816
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass214,473 miles (+31)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    214,473 miles
    Test number
    514289658422
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release working but incomplete

  5. Fail214,442 miles (+48)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,442 miles
    Test number
    656023686781
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release working but incomplete

  6. Fail214,394 miles (+3,046)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,394 miles
    Test number
    101397004496
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake compensator seized
    • AdvisoryBonnet release incomplete but workable

  7. Pass211,348 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    211,348 miles
    Test number
    556691298708
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail211,348 miles (+13,241)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,348 miles
    Test number
    306461650746
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Outline marker lamp not working Side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass198,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    198,107 miles
    Test number
    576805877962
    • AdvisoryEngine slight smoke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail198,107 miles (+13,346)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,107 miles
    Test number
    879184136748
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass184,761 miles (+14,306)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    184,761 miles
    Test number
    501438033049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass170,455 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,455 miles
    Test number
    708368452663
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe badly corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper marks to windscreen - not adversely affecting view

  13. Fail170,455 miles (+14,249)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,455 miles
    Test number
    472476552251
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe badly corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper marks to windscreen - not adversely affecting view

  14. Pass156,206 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    156,206 miles
    Test number
    774849799071
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamps damaged
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOil residue under front of vehicle - no physical leak found

  15. Fail156,206 miles (+8,389)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,206 miles
    Test number
    548495315914
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamps damaged
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOil residue under front of vehicle - no physical leak found

  16. Pass147,817 miles (+11,154)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,817 miles
    Test number
    266739188341
    • Advisory'Knock' from steering
    • AdvisoryBothe rear lamp lenses damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine slight smoky - not considered excesssive
    • AdvisoryFootbrake travel low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low and tread damaged - 225/70/15
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high - performance on minimum criteria
    • AdvisoryWiper marks on windscreen - not adversely affecting view

  17. Pass136,663 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    893662357254
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryFootbrake travel low
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp lense damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance just meets criteria

  18. Fail136,663 miles (+11,862)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    871929155133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryFootbrake travel low
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp lense damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance just meets criteria

  19. Pass124,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,801 miles
    Test number
    154098523753
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn edge

  20. Fail124,801 miles (+12,493)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,801 miles
    Test number
    255953376036
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking Fuel filter area (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth mirrors loose - Suggest attention
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn edge

  21. Pass112,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    112,308 miles
    Test number
    218853824377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,308 miles (+10,980)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,308 miles
    Test number
    799912324321
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside rear anti roll bar mount bushes
    • NoteRear brake pads appear worn low
    • NoteResiduew around offside rear hub

  23. Pass101,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    617231233345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail101,328 miles (+9,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    587870433359
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass91,437 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    286316922380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Fail91,437 miles (+12,823)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    305766222386
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass78,614 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    449778711482
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Fail78,614 miles (+13,198)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    708408911385
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass65,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,416 miles
    Test number
    312757620348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail65,416 miles (+6,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,416 miles
    Test number
    713497620351
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass58,796 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    703407529353
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Fail58,796 miles (+10,217)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    474097129368
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass48,579 miles (+10,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,579 miles
    Test number
    870433738391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  34. Pass37,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,602 miles
    Test number
    303523837385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Fail37,602 miles4 failures2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,602 miles
    Test number
    941831337397
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about LC54 NLF

Does LC54 NLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC54 NLF is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC54 NLF?
The MOT on LC54 NLF is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC54 NLF done?
LC54 NLF was recorded at 216,828 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 9,757 miles a year.
Has LC54 NLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC54 NLF has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LC54 NLF 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 LC54 NLF find?
LC54 NLF passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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