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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 OHWMOT history

LD53 OHW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 181,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LD53 OHW red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
181,678 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 OHW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 OHW was last recorded at 181,678 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Sept 2015: 140,802 miles, lower than 154,054 miles on 9 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
181,678 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,678 miles
  • 2025 – 180,167 miles
  • 2024 – 178,768 miles
  • 2023 – 175,266 miles
  • 2018 – 170,883 miles
  • 2017 – 153,170 miles
  • 2016 – 146,984 miles
  • 2015 – 140,802 miles
  • 2014 – 154,054 miles
  • 2013 – 126,960 miles
  • 2012 – 121,764 miles
  • 2011 – 116,880 miles
  • 2010 – 112,853 miles
  • 2009 – 99,756 miles
  • 2008 – 85,947 miles
  • 2007 – 72,524 miles
  • 2006 – 57,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,678 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak from metal wrap around coolant pipe area.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust boxes delaminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Top suspension mounts creakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension turret corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension turret corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Exhaust boxes delaminating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,678 miles2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    181,678 miles
    Test number
    541523448486
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from metal wrap around coolant pipe area.
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes delaminated
    • AdvisoryFront Top suspension mounts creaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension turret corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension turret corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,678 miles (+1,511)1 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,678 miles
    Test number
    349871744698
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from metal wrap around coolant pipe area.
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes delaminated
    • AdvisoryFront Top suspension mounts creaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension turret corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension turret corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,167 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    180,167 miles
    Test number
    702357793434
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes delaminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail180,167 miles (+1,399)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,167 miles
    Test number
    983906941148
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes delaminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass178,768 miles (+12)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    178,768 miles
    Test number
    713759306724
    • MinorOffside 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front

  6. Fail178,756 miles (+3,490)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,756 miles
    Test number
    491215244219
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front

  7. Pass175,266 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,266 miles
    Test number
    674089826879
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower windscreen cracked but not affecting driver s view.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate light not working.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and center box and silencer side casings damaged.
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.

  8. Fail175,265 miles (+4,382)3 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,265 miles
    Test number
    834413118474
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower windscreen cracked but not affecting driver s view.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and center box and silencer side casings damaged.
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.

  9. Pass170,883 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    170,883 miles
    Test number
    324608833375
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail170,880 miles (+17,710)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,880 miles
    Test number
    816057320134
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass153,170 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,170 miles
    Test number
    232046150575
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes outer skins corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both. (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail153,170 miles (+6,186)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,170 miles
    Test number
    677276616349
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes outer skins corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both. (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass146,984 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,984 miles
    Test number
    409209845890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering rack ends have movement at joints
    • AdvisoryWheel shave been changed to satisfy the mot test

  14. Fail146,934 miles (+6,132)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,934 miles
    Test number
    453835659475
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering rack ends have movement at joints

  15. Pass140,802 miles (-13,252)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    140,802 miles
    Test number
    918455831387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass154,054 miles (+27,094)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    154,054 miles
    Test number
    315012584489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,960 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    126,960 miles
    Test number
    199421993247
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn edges and near limit
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail126,960 miles (+5,196)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,960 miles
    Test number
    738060793278
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn edges and near limit
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorated
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arm bushes (front bush) worn - suggest replace
    • NoteNearside outer driveshaft gaiter leaking - suggest replace
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePossiblew engine mount worn

  19. Pass121,764 miles (+4,884)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,764 miles
    Test number
    159529142251
    • NoteIntermittent 'knock' from front
    • NoteNearside inner driveshaft gaiter splitting
    • NoteResidue around nearside front shock absorber

  20. Pass116,880 miles (+4,027)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    116,880 miles
    Test number
    409009251271
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber becoming weak
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn near limit
    • NotePlay in suspension arm bushes

  21. Pass112,853 miles (+13,097)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    112,853 miles
    Test number
    691409070231
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • NoteOffside wiper deteriorating
    • NotePossible nearside and offside rear coil springs damaged
    • NoteResidue around nearside front shock absorber and becoming weak

  22. Pass99,756 miles (+13,809)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    99,756 miles
    Test number
    852973199294
    • Note'Knock' from front - no fault found
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass85,947 miles (+13,423)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,947 miles
    Test number
    930757298280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,524 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,524 miles
    Test number
    183335197233
    • NoteEngine smoky under acceleration
    • NoteFront tyres wearing near limit
    • NoteOffside rear wheelrim damaged

  25. Fail72,524 miles (+14,750)3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,524 miles
    Test number
    573505797235
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine smoky under acceleration
    • NoteFront tyres wearing near limit
    • NoteOffside rear wheelrim damaged

  26. Pass57,774 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,774 miles
    Test number
    530893786245
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s mirror housing covers damaged

Questions about LD53 OHW

Does LD53 OHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 OHW is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 OHW?
The MOT on LD53 OHW is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 OHW done?
LD53 OHW was recorded at 181,678 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 6,388 miles a year.
Has LD53 OHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 OHW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 OHW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 OHW find?
LD53 OHW passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coolant leak from metal wrap around coolant pipe area., and 13 more.

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