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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

LE51 FMCMOT history

LE51 FMC is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 233,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2025.

LE51 FMC white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
233,768 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 FMC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 FMC was last recorded at 233,768 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,768 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 233,768 miles
  • 2023 – 225,223 miles
  • 2022 – 214,694 miles
  • 2021 – 204,755 miles
  • 2020 – 195,757 miles
  • 2019 – 179,013 miles
  • 2018 – 173,958 miles
  • 2017 – 167,962 miles
  • 2016 – 161,528 miles
  • 2015 – 155,039 miles
  • 2014 – 146,973 miles
  • 2013 – 141,730 miles
  • 2012 – 137,150 miles
  • 2010 – 136,328 miles
  • 2009 – 131,901 miles
  • 2008 – 127,857 miles
  • 2007 – 117,178 miles
  • 2006 – 100,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,768 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass233,768 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    233,768 miles
    Test number
    388510693777
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail233,768 miles (+8,545)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,768 miles
    Test number
    782083153548
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass225,223 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    225,223 miles
    Test number
    774157639667
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  4. Fail225,220 miles (+10,526)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,220 miles
    Test number
    321212715545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light discoloured (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass214,694 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    214,694 miles
    Test number
    241513231543
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded

  6. Fail214,692 miles (+9,937)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,692 miles
    Test number
    193516890202
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded

  7. Pass204,755 miles (+8,998)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    204,755 miles
    Test number
    352127350969
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass195,757 miles (+16,744)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    195,757 miles
    Test number
    874392662696
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass179,013 miles (+5,055)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    179,013 miles
    Test number
    184845764333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass173,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    173,958 miles
    Test number
    670478099783
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail173,958 miles (+5,996)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,958 miles
    Test number
    586719682312
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass167,962 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    167,962 miles
    Test number
    820359618127
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  13. Fail167,962 miles (+6,434)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,962 miles
    Test number
    351981172452
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass161,528 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    724516571075
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres distorted
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNS sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail161,528 miles (+6,489)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    253105118158
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres distorted
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNS sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass155,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    155,039 miles
    Test number
    177723025431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail155,039 miles (+8,066)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,039 miles
    Test number
    409413325029
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass146,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    146,973 miles
    Test number
    218240124082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail146,973 miles (+5,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,973 miles
    Test number
    105570124076
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass141,730 miles (+77)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    141,730 miles
    Test number
    866975623013
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres distorted
    • NoteSlight smoke from exhaust

  21. Fail141,653 miles (+4,503)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,653 miles
    Test number
    798928313095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres distorted
    • NoteSlight smoke from exhaust

  22. Pass137,150 miles (+822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    137,150 miles
    Test number
    575765022072
    • NoteScreen damaged offside top corner

  23. Pass136,328 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    136,328 miles
    Test number
    983934410272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass131,901 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    131,901 miles
    Test number
    842242119243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass127,857 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    127,857 miles
    Test number
    931820738386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail127,835 miles (+10,657)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,835 miles
    Test number
    143157328378
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass117,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    111941227376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail117,178 miles (+16,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    701941327343
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass100,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,935 miles
    Test number
    933002226304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE51 FMC

Does LE51 FMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE51 FMC expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE51 FMC?
The MOT on LE51 FMC expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE51 FMC done?
LE51 FMC was recorded at 233,768 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 7,248 miles a year.
Has LE51 FMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 FMC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LE51 FMC 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 LE51 FMC find?
LE51 FMC passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 4 more.

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