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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LM52 HREMOT history

LM52 HRE is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 176,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LM52 HRE white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
176,717 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HRE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HRE was last recorded at 176,717 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,532 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
185 miles
Average per year
5,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,717 miles
  • 2024 – 162,499 miles
  • 2023 – 152,169 miles
  • 2022 – 143,318 miles
  • 2021 – 136,052 miles
  • 2020 – 131,271 miles
  • 2019 – 121,386 miles
  • 2018 – 117,466 miles
  • 2017 – 114,933 miles
  • 2016 – 112,665 miles
  • 2015 – 109,531 miles
  • 2014 – 106,227 miles
  • 2013 – 102,796 miles
  • 2012 – 102,121 miles
  • 2011 – 100,178 miles
  • 2010 – 97,029 miles
  • 2009 – 89,942 miles
  • 2008 – 82,449 miles
  • 2007 – 75,752 miles
  • 2006 – 67,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,717 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside & Offside. (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,717 miles (+185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    176,717 miles
    Test number
    735308394891
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside & Offside. (7.1.2 (b))
  2. Fail176,532 miles (+14,033)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,532 miles
    Test number
    395757489520
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside & Offside. (7.1.2 (b))
  3. Pass162,499 miles (+10,330)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,499 miles
    Test number
    222025836383
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Pass152,169 miles (+63)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    152,169 miles
    Test number
    987487682814
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle undersealed
  5. Fail152,106 miles (+8,788)5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,106 miles
    Test number
    767854587627
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle undersealed
  6. Pass143,318 miles (+7,266)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    143,318 miles
    Test number
    586390139057
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. Pass136,052 miles (+4,781)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,052 miles
    Test number
    316076386484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass131,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,271 miles
    Test number
    644589830306
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail131,271 miles (+9,885)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,271 miles
    Test number
    492372944826
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass121,386 miles (+3,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,386 miles
    Test number
    271910939269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass117,466 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,466 miles
    Test number
    723182854631
    • AdvisoryN/s/r cluster lamp cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes greased
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
  12. Fail117,448 miles (+2,515)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,448 miles
    Test number
    323924474479
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • 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 Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass114,933 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,933 miles
    Test number
    422743699840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  14. Fail114,933 miles (+2,268)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,933 miles
    Test number
    466260540241
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  15. Pass112,665 miles (+5)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,665 miles
    Test number
    240660088303
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion o/s sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMovement in n/s rack arm
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s front tyres worn inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Fail112,660 miles (+3,129)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,660 miles
    Test number
    865401463687
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded n/s rear brake hose (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded o/s rear brake hose (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion o/s sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMovement in n/s rack arm
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s front tyres worn inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass109,531 miles (+3,304)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,531 miles
    Test number
    128418195038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass106,227 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,227 miles
    Test number
    378793334168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,796 miles (+675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,796 miles
    Test number
    885822623178
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  20. Pass102,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,121 miles
    Test number
    608863642171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail102,121 miles (+1,943)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,121 miles
    Test number
    829517832139
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass100,178 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    100,178 miles
    Test number
    776611051163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail100,174 miles (+3,145)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,174 miles
    Test number
    776618841134
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteHandbrake operation stiff
    • NoteRear discs corroded
  24. Pass97,029 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    281294940148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail96,980 miles (+7,038)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,980 miles
    Test number
    591349730197
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  26. Pass89,942 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,942 miles
    Test number
    324896549145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,927 miles (+7,478)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,927 miles
    Test number
    724083519184
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
  28. Pass82,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,449 miles
    Test number
    764842428171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,448 miles (+6,696)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,448 miles
    Test number
    464272228131
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  30. Pass75,752 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    264025257126
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  31. Fail75,709 miles (+8,002)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,709 miles
    Test number
    683441257103
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWear on front on rear brake discs.
  32. Pass67,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,707 miles
    Test number
    333270316121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail67,707 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,707 miles
    Test number
    261769206122
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LM52 HRE

Does LM52 HRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 HRE is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HRE?
The MOT on LM52 HRE is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 HRE done?
LM52 HRE was recorded at 176,717 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,551 miles a year.
Has LM52 HRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HRE has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 HRE 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 LM52 HRE find?
LM52 HRE passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in underseal.; rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside & offside..

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