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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LD03 YPNMOT history

LD03 YPN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 309,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LD03 YPN blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
309,997 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
12,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 YPN
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
16 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 YPN was last recorded at 309,997 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 19,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
290,675 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
19,322 miles
Average per year
12,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 309,997 miles
  • 2025 – 290,675 miles
  • 2024 – 264,197 miles
  • 2023 – 245,188 miles
  • 2022 – 234,990 miles
  • 2021 – 220,673 miles
  • 2020 – 212,076 miles
  • 2019 – 196,773 miles
  • 2018 – 179,018 miles
  • 2017 – 171,837 miles
  • 2016 – 163,197 miles
  • 2015 – 152,085 miles
  • 2014 – 146,955 miles
  • 2013 – 139,234 miles
  • 2012 – 127,953 miles
  • 2011 – 126,038 miles
  • 2010 – 118,605 miles
  • 2009 – 108,784 miles
  • 2008 – 97,768 miles
  • 2007 – 79,643 miles
  • 2006 – 57,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass309,997 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass309,997 miles (+19,322)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    309,997 miles
    Test number
    523056242764
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass290,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    290,675 miles
    Test number
    297191292398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail290,674 miles (+11,026)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,674 miles
    Test number
    745000872931
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass279,648 miles (+15,451)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    279,648 miles
    Test number
    967664155074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass264,197 miles (+19,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    264,197 miles
    Test number
    969230399703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass245,188 miles (+10,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    245,188 miles
    Test number
    688943983048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass234,990 miles (+7)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    234,990 miles
    Test number
    672466905164
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated weeping grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail234,983 miles (+14,310)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,983 miles
    Test number
    608444406086
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/lower wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/lower wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated weeping grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass220,673 miles (+8,597)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    220,673 miles
    Test number
    849083613093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From the centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass212,076 miles (+15,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    212,076 miles
    Test number
    812648134544
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass196,773 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    196,773 miles
    Test number
    460987617705
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail196,771 miles (+17,753)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,771 miles
    Test number
    904739402545
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass179,018 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    179,018 miles
    Test number
    555793549347
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit EARLY RECTIFICATION ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear OUTER SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit EARLY RECTIFICATION ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail179,016 miles (+7,179)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,016 miles
    Test number
    180975972592
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit EARLY RECTIFICATION ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear OUTER SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit EARLY RECTIFICATION ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass171,837 miles (+8,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    171,837 miles
    Test number
    253345881461
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass163,197 miles (+11,112)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    163,197 miles
    Test number
    392831088646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRecommend inspection of rear foot brake & hand brake
    • AdvisorySlight wear in offside & nearside steering rack inner joints

  17. Pass152,085 miles (+5,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    152,085 miles
    Test number
    608253525008
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass146,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    146,955 miles
    Test number
    106956814071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail146,953 miles (+7,719)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,953 miles
    Test number
    216116714018
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass139,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    139,234 miles
    Test number
    607918223093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail139,234 miles (+11,281)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,234 miles
    Test number
    925378123026
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass127,953 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    127,953 miles
    Test number
    929330822099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail127,952 miles (+1,914)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,952 miles
    Test number
    787668712028
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass126,038 miles (+7,433)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    126,038 miles
    Test number
    516247921078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass118,605 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    118,605 miles
    Test number
    841797920072
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside & offside front brake discs worn

  26. Fail118,605 miles (+9,821)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,605 miles
    Test number
    254257120073
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside & offside front brake discs worn

  27. Pass108,784 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    108,784 miles
    Test number
    382948929066
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim on low limit

  28. Fail108,784 miles (+11,016)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,784 miles
    Test number
    394508429024
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim on low limit

  29. Pass97,768 miles (+18,125)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    97,768 miles
    Test number
    653937318027
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass79,643 miles (+22,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    600866007151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass57,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,363 miles
    Test number
    264781606192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail57,363 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,363 miles
    Test number
    231541806428
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LD03 YPN

Does LD03 YPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 YPN is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 YPN?
The MOT on LD03 YPN is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 YPN done?
LD03 YPN was recorded at 309,997 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 12,338 miles a year.
Has LD03 YPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 YPN has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 YPN 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 YPN find?
LD03 YPN passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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