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Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 2,460 cc

LM10 EPAMOT history

LM10 EPA is a silver diesel Volkswagen California first used on 9 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LM10 EPA silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
126,224 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 EPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
9 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 EPA was last recorded at 126,224 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 4,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,845 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,379 miles
Average per year
7,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,224 miles
  • 2025 – 121,845 miles
  • 2024 – 118,975 miles
  • 2023 – 116,039 miles
  • 2022 – 110,422 miles
  • 2021 – 105,334 miles
  • 2020 – 100,796 miles
  • 2019 – 90,009 miles
  • 2018 – 78,526 miles
  • 2017 – 66,437 miles
  • 2016 – 54,145 miles
  • 2015 – 45,745 miles
  • 2014 – 36,604 miles
  • 2013 – 28,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,224 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,224 miles (+4,379)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,224 miles
    Test number
    665227462664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass121,845 miles (+21)1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    121,845 miles
    Test number
    605998668052
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Both pipes from steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside slight lag (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  3. Fail121,824 miles (+2,849)4 major3 minor21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,824 miles
    Test number
    127146074334
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated Also has slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratching (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Both pipes from steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  4. Pass118,975 miles (+2,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,975 miles
    Test number
    921302508563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,039 miles (+5,617)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,039 miles
    Test number
    559489161631
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,422 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,422 miles
    Test number
    291581142418
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail110,421 miles (+5,087)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,421 miles
    Test number
    849742424536
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass105,334 miles (+4,538)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,334 miles
    Test number
    203171219394
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald patch on inner edge & on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass100,796 miles (+10,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    100,796 miles
    Test number
    567920048155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  10. Pass90,009 miles (+11,483)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    90,009 miles
    Test number
    679950134732
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust outer skin corroded

  11. Pass78,526 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,526 miles
    Test number
    307117340497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencer outer skin corroded

  12. Fail78,526 miles (+12,089)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,526 miles
    Test number
    689286342244
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencer outer skin corroded

  13. Pass66,437 miles (+12,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,437 miles
    Test number
    512988923056
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing

  14. Pass54,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,145 miles
    Test number
    396543113302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,145 miles (+8,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,145 miles
    Test number
    520780323969
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  16. Pass45,745 miles (+9,141)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,745 miles
    Test number
    609871195040
    • NoteAll tyres 4mm (235/55/17w)
    • NoteMiddle and rear exhaust section outer skin corroded

  17. Pass36,604 miles (+8,323)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,604 miles
    Test number
    156807084038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,281 miles
    Test number
    177485283016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM10 EPA

Does LM10 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 EPA is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 EPA?
The MOT on LM10 EPA 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 LM10 EPA done?
LM10 EPA was recorded at 126,224 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,504 miles a year.
Has LM10 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 EPA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 EPA 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 LM10 EPA find?
LM10 EPA passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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