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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

LP08 XTFMOT history

LP08 XTF is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 209,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LP08 XTF silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
209,912 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
11,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 XTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 XTF was last recorded at 209,912 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,908 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
11,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 209,912 miles
  • 2025 – 208,643 miles
  • 2024 – 200,714 miles
  • 2023 – 193,403 miles
  • 2022 – 181,155 miles
  • 2021 – 177,790 miles
  • 2019 – 166,386 miles
  • 2018 – 157,311 miles
  • 2017 – 147,523 miles
  • 2015 – 133,770 miles
  • 2014 – 117,194 miles
  • 2013 – 88,148 miles
  • 2012 – 47,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,912 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,912 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    209,912 miles
    Test number
    429852809623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail209,908 miles (+1,265)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,908 miles
    Test number
    324087579674
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass208,643 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    208,643 miles
    Test number
    294771875455
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Fail208,641 miles (+7,927)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,641 miles
    Test number
    502947054112
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Pass200,714 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    200,714 miles
    Test number
    824913416475
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose center and rear box corroded outer casing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail200,713 miles (+7,310)2 dangerous1 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,713 miles
    Test number
    178244898344
    • DangerousNearside Front Body component likely to become detached mudflap (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose center and rear box corroded outer casing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass193,403 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    193,403 miles
    Test number
    105500534384
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  8. Fail193,403 miles (+12,248)1 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,403 miles
    Test number
    251827408436
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  9. Pass181,155 miles (+3,365)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    181,155 miles
    Test number
    460866937119
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Pass177,790 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    177,790 miles
    Test number
    528423009300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail177,779 miles (+11,393)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,779 miles
    Test number
    933213043839
    • MajorFuel system component leaking diesel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass166,386 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    166,386 miles
    Test number
    826952032951
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tunnel bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor/corroded

  13. Fail166,386 miles (+9,075)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,386 miles
    Test number
    898684482009
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tunnel bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor/corroded

  14. Pass157,311 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,311 miles
    Test number
    736692714500
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion of centre and rear exhaust

  15. Fail157,310 miles (+9,787)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,310 miles
    Test number
    783416589186
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion of centre and rear exhaust

  16. Pass147,523 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    147,523 miles
    Test number
    997325444421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring some under side components

  17. Fail147,523 miles (+13,753)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,523 miles
    Test number
    973866669068
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring some under side components

  18. Pass133,770 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,770 miles
    Test number
    676224012277
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  19. Fail133,769 miles (+3,130)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,769 miles
    Test number
    350223673012
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  20. Pass130,639 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,639 miles
    Test number
    418361675049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,637 miles (+13,443)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,637 miles
    Test number
    307140675076
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass117,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    117,194 miles
    Test number
    248042854223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail117,194 miles (+13,406)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,194 miles
    Test number
    758332354208
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass103,788 miles (+15,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    103,788 miles
    Test number
    195032664431
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  25. Pass88,148 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,148 miles
    Test number
    189276143210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,480 miles (+22,596)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,480 miles
    Test number
    218351343260
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass64,884 miles (+16,900)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,884 miles
    Test number
    808163273055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,984 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,984 miles
    Test number
    836648152214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    598797312025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 XTF

Does LP08 XTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 XTF is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 XTF?
The MOT on LP08 XTF is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 XTF done?
LP08 XTF was recorded at 209,912 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 11,348 miles a year.
Has LP08 XTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 XTF has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 XTF 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 LP08 XTF find?
LP08 XTF passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing.

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