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Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LJ66 XGBMOT history

LJ66 XGB is a red diesel Volkswagen California first used on 3 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 60,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

LJ66 XGB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
60,952 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LJ66 XGB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
3 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LJ66 XGB was last recorded at 60,952 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 4,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,243 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,709 miles
Average per year
6,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,952 miles
  • 2024 – 56,243 miles
  • 2023 – 50,077 miles
  • 2022 – 43,446 miles
  • 2021 – 32,280 miles
  • 2020 – 23,407 miles
  • 2019 – 19,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,952 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,952 miles (+4,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    60,952 miles
    Test number
    620869820340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass56,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    56,243 miles
    Test number
    466322322842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail56,242 miles (+6,165)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,242 miles
    Test number
    348181968187
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  4. Pass50,077 miles (+6,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,077 miles
    Test number
    336620102133
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM
  5. Pass43,446 miles (+11,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    43,446 miles
    Test number
    369837764827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass32,280 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,280 miles
    Test number
    137788420248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail32,280 miles (+8,873)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,280 miles
    Test number
    330964366350
    • Repaired at testSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass23,407 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    23,407 miles
    Test number
    286123689944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,976 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    19,976 miles
    Test number
    216400069947
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

Questions about LJ66 XGB

Does LJ66 XGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LJ66 XGB is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LJ66 XGB?
The MOT on LJ66 XGB is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LJ66 XGB done?
LJ66 XGB was recorded at 60,952 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 6,869 miles a year.
Has LJ66 XGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LJ66 XGB has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LJ66 XGB 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 LJ66 XGB find?
LJ66 XGB passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge.

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