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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LL51 SSOMOT history

LL51 SSO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 220,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LL51 SSO blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
220,091 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 SSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 SSO was last recorded at 220,091 miles on 8 May 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,058 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
6,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,091 miles
  • 2025 – 214,458 miles
  • 2024 – 208,431 miles
  • 2023 – 205,651 miles
  • 2022 – 204,470 miles
  • 2020 – 201,909 miles
  • 2019 – 200,390 miles
  • 2018 – 194,187 miles
  • 2017 – 187,671 miles
  • 2016 – 179,692 miles
  • 2015 – 174,187 miles
  • 2014 – 167,791 miles
  • 2013 – 159,383 miles
  • 2012 – 151,781 miles
  • 2011 – 144,870 miles
  • 2010 – 140,675 miles
  • 2008 – 118,418 miles
  • 2007 – 99,320 miles
  • 2006 – 85,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,091 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust fowling spare wheel carrierRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Central Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,091 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    220,091 miles
    Test number
    657544956786
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust fowling spare wheel carrier

  2. Fail220,058 miles (+5,600)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,058 miles
    Test number
    687639874257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST FOWLING SPARE WHEEL CARRIER

  3. Pass214,458 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    214,458 miles
    Test number
    647154834453
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

  4. Fail214,450 miles (+6,019)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,450 miles
    Test number
    711678460033
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clips missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

  5. Pass208,431 miles (+2,780)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    208,431 miles
    Test number
    130411699738
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill end corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar linkage bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass205,651 miles (+1,181)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    205,651 miles
    Test number
    219428745752
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass204,470 miles (+2,561)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    204,470 miles
    Test number
    427085679271
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass201,909 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    201,909 miles
    Test number
    370006970514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  9. Fail201,909 miles (+1,519)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,909 miles
    Test number
    215235270517
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass200,390 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    200,390 miles
    Test number
    339236542713
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail200,390 miles (+6,203)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,390 miles
    Test number
    489132829745
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass194,187 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    194,187 miles
    Test number
    829489044950
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail194,177 miles (+6,506)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,177 miles
    Test number
    247393901552
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass187,671 miles (+113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    187,671 miles
    Test number
    508567475234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryO\s\f anti-roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryO\s\r tyre cracking

  15. Fail187,558 miles (+7,866)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,558 miles
    Test number
    227594935062
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryO\s\f anti-roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryO\s\r tyre cracking

  16. Pass179,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    179,692 miles
    Test number
    435548800845
    • AdvisoryFront number plate starting to discolour
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  17. Fail179,692 miles (+5,505)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,692 miles
    Test number
    209868371604
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront number plate starting to discolour
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  18. Pass174,187 miles (+6,396)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    174,187 miles
    Test number
    986469215194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass167,791 miles (+8,408)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    167,791 miles
    Test number
    745926224160
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass159,383 miles (+7,602)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    159,383 miles
    Test number
    336976313126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass151,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    151,781 miles
    Test number
    185041732151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail151,781 miles (+6,911)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,781 miles
    Test number
    715190032196
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAux belt stripped
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  23. Pass144,870 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    144,870 miles
    Test number
    116341241010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail144,858 miles (+4,183)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,858 miles
    Test number
    977410841056
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass140,675 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    140,675 miles
    Test number
    572673160041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail140,526 miles (+22,108)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,526 miles
    Test number
    642684130086
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass118,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    118,418 miles
    Test number
    112853938336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. FailMileage not read6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    322651938340
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  29. Pass99,320 miles (+14,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    193547207332
    • Note1. os no plate light poor 2. front pads 70% worn

  30. Pass85,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    304123736380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail85,251 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    513862836325
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Note1. o/s door mirror glass broken

Questions about LL51 SSO

Does LL51 SSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 SSO is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 SSO?
The MOT on LL51 SSO is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 SSO done?
LL51 SSO was recorded at 220,091 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,936 miles a year.
Has LL51 SSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 SSO has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL51 SSO 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 LL51 SSO find?
LL51 SSO passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust fowling spare wheel carrier.

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