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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LE53 DUBMOT history

LE53 DUB is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 173,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LE53 DUB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
173,669 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 DUB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 DUB was last recorded at 173,669 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 3,456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,213 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,456 miles
Average per year
7,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,669 miles
  • 2025 – 170,213 miles
  • 2024 – 165,572 miles
  • 2023 – 160,337 miles
  • 2022 – 156,225 miles
  • 2021 – 150,881 miles
  • 2019 – 147,215 miles
  • 2018 – 141,462 miles
  • 2017 – 128,644 miles
  • 2016 – 116,792 miles
  • 2015 – 110,072 miles
  • 2013 – 96,037 miles
  • 2012 – 83,461 miles
  • 2011 – 59,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,669 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust system corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,669 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    282275493109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,213 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    170,213 miles
    Test number
    896517718189
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail170,212 miles (+4,640)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,212 miles
    Test number
    670243894485
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie arm slight play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass165,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    165,572 miles
    Test number
    993907540127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play to steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play to steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding

  5. Fail165,572 miles (+5,235)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,572 miles
    Test number
    772185318978
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play to steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play to steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding

  6. Pass160,337 miles (+4,112)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    160,337 miles
    Test number
    968675465426
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam patten (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam patten (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmoke from tail pipe

  7. Pass156,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    156,225 miles
    Test number
    303094051500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail156,225 miles (+5,344)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,225 miles
    Test number
    973449203463
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass150,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,881 miles
    Test number
    879323013006
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail150,881 miles (+3,666)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,881 miles
    Test number
    181395906817
    • Repaired at testRear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users night heater filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass147,215 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,215 miles
    Test number
    587137350847
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail147,212 miles (+5,750)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,212 miles
    Test number
    445761963409
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass141,462 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    136184097241
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail141,460 miles (+12,816)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,460 miles
    Test number
    330959763807
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass128,644 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,644 miles
    Test number
    133175044523
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  16. Fail128,644 miles (+11,852)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,644 miles
    Test number
    840883926631
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Pass116,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,792 miles
    Test number
    550574336000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail116,792 miles (+6,720)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,792 miles
    Test number
    392582021439
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorating

  19. Pass110,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,072 miles
    Test number
    227436455150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  20. Fail110,072 miles (+14,035)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,072 miles
    Test number
    866364955116
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass96,037 miles (+12,576)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    96,037 miles
    Test number
    946579533375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,461 miles (+1,265)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,461 miles
    Test number
    319540142399
    • NoteTyres do not comply with vehicle weight

  23. Pass82,196 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    519423292133
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged

  24. Fail82,196 miles (+22,970)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    247703692446
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside outer rear sill damaged

  25. Pass59,226 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,226 miles
    Test number
    417055241160
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet damaged
    • NoteNo spare wheel

  26. Fail59,226 miles2 failures2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,226 miles
    Test number
    729313841194
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet damaged
    • NoteNo spare wheel
    • NoteWashers slightly weak in operation

Questions about LE53 DUB

Does LE53 DUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 DUB is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE53 DUB?
The MOT on LE53 DUB is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 DUB done?
LE53 DUB was recorded at 173,669 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 7,806 miles a year.
Has LE53 DUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 DUB has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LE53 DUB 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 LE53 DUB find?
LE53 DUB passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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