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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LD03 LKYMOT history

LD03 LKY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 190,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LD03 LKY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
190,616 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
8,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 LKY
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
23 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 LKY was last recorded at 190,616 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,611 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,616 miles
  • 2024 – 181,783 miles
  • 2023 – 166,550 miles
  • 2022 – 156,795 miles
  • 2021 – 144,338 miles
  • 2020 – 132,350 miles
  • 2019 – 120,973 miles
  • 2018 – 107,156 miles
  • 2017 – 103,215 miles
  • 2016 – 99,456 miles
  • 2015 – 96,315 miles
  • 2014 – 90,108 miles
  • 2013 – 84,828 miles
  • 2012 – 78,972 miles
  • 2011 – 74,946 miles
  • 2010 – 71,950 miles
  • 2009 – 63,425 miles
  • 2008 – 53,695 miles
  • 2007 – 41,524 miles
  • 2006 – 31,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,616 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

36 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,616 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    190,616 miles
    Test number
    237492686919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail190,611 miles (+8,828)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,611 miles
    Test number
    440753358924
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,783 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    181,783 miles
    Test number
    591117499639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail181,509 miles (+14,959)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,509 miles
    Test number
    459568259681
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill and bottom of arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass166,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    166,550 miles
    Test number
    691291043878
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension arm/outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail166,550 miles (+9,755)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,550 miles
    Test number
    169763175784
    • MajorFront Fuel hose leaking fuel injector bleed off (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension arm/outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass156,795 miles (+12,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    156,795 miles
    Test number
    240541269782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass144,338 miles (+11,988)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,338 miles
    Test number
    372849472925
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 65-70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass132,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,350 miles
    Test number
    973493606502
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail132,350 miles (+11,377)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,350 miles
    Test number
    465976916081
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass120,973 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,973 miles
    Test number
    442217250504
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail120,967 miles (+13,811)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,967 miles
    Test number
    929496268032
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass107,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,156 miles
    Test number
    129116407201
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySmoking on idle

  14. Fail107,156 miles (+3,941)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,156 miles
    Test number
    195564362331
    • FailureBraking system leaking servo (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySmoking on idle

  15. Pass103,215 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,215 miles
    Test number
    865842619104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,456 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,456 miles
    Test number
    482189755159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking

  17. Pass96,315 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    259182965476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail96,315 miles (+6,207)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    276122965455
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass90,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,108 miles
    Test number
    637879344179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Fail90,107 miles (+5,279)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,107 miles
    Test number
    726019344136
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass84,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    285342473194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Fail84,824 miles (+5,852)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    428692373134
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail78,972 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,972 miles
    Test number
    298552552401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteWIPER BLADES DETERIORATED

  24. Pass78,972 miles (+4,026)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,972 miles
    Test number
    827592652196
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteWIPER BLADES DETERIORATED

  25. Pass74,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,946 miles
    Test number
    739725971112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,946 miles (+2,996)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,946 miles
    Test number
    898714771176
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass71,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,950 miles
    Test number
    840579330139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail71,950 miles (+8,525)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,950 miles
    Test number
    733117130114
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass63,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    334164239160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail63,425 miles (+9,730)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    244294239489
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  31. Pass53,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,695 miles
    Test number
    302382648112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail53,695 miles (+12,171)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,695 miles
    Test number
    440752748102
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass41,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,524 miles
    Test number
    210965347427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail41,524 miles (+10,465)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,524 miles
    Test number
    203845647412
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  35. Pass31,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,059 miles
    Test number
    291978336110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail31,059 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,059 miles
    Test number
    270298036177
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LD03 LKY

Does LD03 LKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 LKY is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 LKY?
The MOT on LD03 LKY is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 LKY done?
LD03 LKY was recorded at 190,616 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 8,000 miles a year.
Has LD03 LKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 LKY has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 LKY 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 LD03 LKY find?
LD03 LKY passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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