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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LM04 YCTMOT history

LM04 YCT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LM04 YCT blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
186,385 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YCT was last recorded at 186,385 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,113 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
272 miles
Average per year
7,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,385 miles
  • 2024 – 178,813 miles
  • 2023 – 166,875 miles
  • 2022 – 153,444 miles
  • 2021 – 146,152 miles
  • 2020 – 139,970 miles
  • 2019 – 132,935 miles
  • 2018 – 126,116 miles
  • 2017 – 124,806 miles
  • 2016 – 123,388 miles
  • 2015 – 119,365 miles
  • 2014 – 117,610 miles
  • 2013 – 116,023 miles
  • 2012 – 113,878 miles
  • 2011 – 111,447 miles
  • 2010 – 96,393 miles
  • 2009 – 76,241 miles
  • 2008 – 60,744 miles
  • 2007 – 44,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,385 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides blistering under paint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,385 miles (+272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    186,385 miles
    Test number
    728984742302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail186,113 miles (+7,300)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,113 miles
    Test number
    471780515835
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both sides (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass178,813 miles (+11,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    178,813 miles
    Test number
    309233952084
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass166,875 miles (+469)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    166,875 miles
    Test number
    374798875530
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides blistering under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail166,406 miles (+12,962)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,406 miles
    Test number
    474904478519
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides blistering under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass153,444 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,444 miles
    Test number
    515079858080
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail153,441 miles (+7,289)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,441 miles
    Test number
    496320650449
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass146,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,152 miles
    Test number
    112272622537
    • 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))

  9. Fail146,152 miles (+6,182)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,152 miles
    Test number
    394674449073
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass139,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    139,970 miles
    Test number
    566800469936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail139,970 miles (+7,035)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,970 miles
    Test number
    305988607389
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass132,935 miles (+6,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    132,935 miles
    Test number
    737318821606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass126,116 miles (+1,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,116 miles
    Test number
    331332367281
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass124,806 miles (+1,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,806 miles
    Test number
    144166806466
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass123,388 miles (+4,023)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,388 miles
    Test number
    527189812278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,365 miles
    Test number
    665731405298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,365 miles (+1,755)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,365 miles
    Test number
    326281405212
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

  18. Pass117,610 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,610 miles
    Test number
    907892404298
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail117,608 miles (+1,585)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,608 miles
    Test number
    129600604291
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass116,023 miles (+2,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,023 miles
    Test number
    445034293154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass113,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,878 miles
    Test number
    517253302288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail113,878 miles (+2,431)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,878 miles
    Test number
    608753502224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  23. Pass111,447 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    156287191176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail111,447 miles (+15,054)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    968314791114
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass96,393 miles (+20,152)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    96,393 miles
    Test number
    290477490426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f indicator fading
    • NoteO/s/r stop light fading

  26. Pass76,241 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,241 miles
    Test number
    830485289119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail76,237 miles (+15,493)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,237 miles
    Test number
    362138879179
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass60,744 miles (+16,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,744 miles
    Test number
    383842798141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass44,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,660 miles
    Test number
    652954887134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YCT

Does LM04 YCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 YCT is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YCT?
The MOT on LM04 YCT is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 YCT done?
LM04 YCT was recorded at 186,385 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 7,693 miles a year.
Has LM04 YCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YCT has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM04 YCT 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 LM04 YCT find?
LM04 YCT passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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