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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LP16 VFXMOT history

LP16 VFX is a purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 95,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LP16 VFX purple Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,294 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 VFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 VFX was last recorded at 95,294 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,294 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,294 miles
  • 2025 – 90,700 miles
  • 2024 – 88,367 miles
  • 2022 – 83,720 miles
  • 2020 – 64,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,294 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Residue on rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Outer tyres worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear tyre wall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,294 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,294 miles
    Test number
    459314722470
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Residue on rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail95,294 miles (+4,594)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,294 miles
    Test number
    350819736154
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Residue on rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass90,700 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,700 miles
    Test number
    231744254048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,367 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,367 miles
    Test number
    866308420816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,720 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    325485286094
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail83,720 miles (+10,226)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    697443900242
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass73,494 miles (+8,978)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,494 miles
    Test number
    444305957766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,516 miles
    Test number
    942886651937
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  9. Pass79,540 km (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,540 km
    Test number
    324943708372
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall damaged
  10. Fail79,539 km2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,539 km
    Test number
    512351108307
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall damaged

Questions about LP16 VFX

Does LP16 VFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 VFX is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 VFX?
The MOT on LP16 VFX is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 VFX done?
LP16 VFX was recorded at 95,294 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,077 miles a year.
Has LP16 VFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 VFX has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP16 VFX 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 LP16 VFX find?
LP16 VFX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 9 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage residue on rack; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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