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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LM52 LOWMOT history

LM52 LOW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 226,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LM52 LOW red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
226,360 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LOW was last recorded at 226,360 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 3,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,538 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,822 miles
Average per year
9,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,360 miles
  • 2025 – 222,538 miles
  • 2024 – 219,909 miles
  • 2023 – 217,409 miles
  • 2022 – 212,497 miles
  • 2021 – 209,737 miles
  • 2020 – 205,413 miles
  • 2019 – 196,090 miles
  • 2018 – 184,890 miles
  • 2017 – 175,884 miles
  • 2016 – 172,452 miles
  • 2015 – 165,949 miles
  • 2014 – 155,905 miles
  • 2013 – 144,908 miles
  • 2012 – 130,965 miles
  • 2011 – 118,484 miles
  • 2010 – 107,258 miles
  • 2009 – 95,952 miles
  • 2008 – 81,002 miles
  • 2007 – 65,315 miles
  • 2006 – 40,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,360 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Underside body covered in underseal restricting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,360 miles (+3,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    226,360 miles
    Test number
    661356447716
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass222,538 miles (+2,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    222,538 miles
    Test number
    396100653568
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Parts & Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass219,909 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    219,909 miles
    Test number
    306171496629
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside body covered in underseal restricting inspection

  4. Fail219,908 miles (+2,499)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,908 miles
    Test number
    336324155516
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached FRACTURED (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill ( holed ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside body covered in underseal restricting inspection

  5. Pass217,409 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    217,409 miles
    Test number
    314460537300
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area has been wielded covered with under seal
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered with under seal

  6. Fail217,401 miles (+4,904)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,401 miles
    Test number
    584722807311
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Of vehicle and surrounding areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass212,497 miles (+2,760)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    212,497 miles
    Test number
    624539331071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  8. Pass209,737 miles (+4,324)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    209,737 miles
    Test number
    469819722185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass205,413 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    205,413 miles
    Test number
    120951915007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass196,090 miles (+11,200)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    196,090 miles
    Test number
    618507834147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass184,890 miles (+9,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    184,890 miles
    Test number
    601776720448
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass175,884 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    175,884 miles
    Test number
    693400974390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass172,452 miles (+6,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    172,452 miles
    Test number
    908598011368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass165,949 miles (+10,044)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    165,949 miles
    Test number
    416542435840
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack end joint(s)

  15. Pass155,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    155,905 miles
    Test number
    537672484248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail155,905 miles (+10,997)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,905 miles
    Test number
    176491084231
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass144,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,908 miles
    Test number
    489479683273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail144,908 miles (+13,943)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,908 miles
    Test number
    859399383238
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass130,965 miles (+12,481)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    130,965 miles
    Test number
    958239582287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass118,484 miles (+11,226)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    118,484 miles
    Test number
    915118081240
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise slight play n/s/f inner rack end

  21. Pass107,258 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    107,258 miles
    Test number
    221098480260
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail107,200 miles (+11,248)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,200 miles
    Test number
    501675380258
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass95,952 miles (+14,950)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    384895989249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    81,002 miles
    Test number
    810646868263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    184299687286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,315 miles (+25,150)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,315 miles
    Test number
    502108087294
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass40,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    163444406158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,165 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    860973206166
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise front tyres low on tread n/s and o/s

Questions about LM52 LOW

Does LM52 LOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LOW is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LOW?
The MOT on LM52 LOW is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LOW done?
LM52 LOW was recorded at 226,360 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 9,073 miles a year.
Has LM52 LOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LOW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 LOW 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 LOW find?
LM52 LOW passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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