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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

LR08 RUUMOT history

LR08 RUU is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

LR08 RUU black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
151,659 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 RUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 RUU was last recorded at 151,659 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 12,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,473 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12,186 miles
Average per year
7,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,659 miles
  • 2025 – 139,473 miles
  • 2024 – 125,075 miles
  • 2023 – 106,246 miles
  • 2022 – 97,872 miles
  • 2021 – 80,427 miles
  • 2020 – 74,424 miles
  • 2019 – 73,246 miles
  • 2018 – 70,760 miles
  • 2017 – 67,543 miles
  • 2016 – 64,041 miles
  • 2015 – 61,630 miles
  • 2014 – 57,825 miles
  • 2013 – 50,806 miles
  • 2012 – 45,900 miles
  • 2011 – 39,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,659 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • Advisory2nd row centre seatbelt buckle casing slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryCentre & rear exhaust skins corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))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, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,659 miles (+12,186)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    151,659 miles
    Test number
    348469773032
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory2nd row centre seatbelt buckle casing slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear exhaust skins corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass139,473 miles (+14,398)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,473 miles
    Test number
    143494124222
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Middle row (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear exhaust skins corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,075 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    125,075 miles
    Test number
    315420741368
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,073 miles (+18,827)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,073 miles
    Test number
    317845902139
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,246 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    106,246 miles
    Test number
    289490964661
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail106,236 miles (+8,364)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,236 miles
    Test number
    256481127426
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    626692223565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,872 miles (+17,445)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    142529532849
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,427 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,427 miles
    Test number
    486552715742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,424 miles (+1,178)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    74,424 miles
    Test number
    831137857946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,246 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,246 miles
    Test number
    671099353977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,760 miles (+3,217)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,760 miles
    Test number
    751344767822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,543 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,543 miles
    Test number
    104398750306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,041 miles (+2,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,041 miles
    Test number
    120276188324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass61,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,630 miles
    Test number
    927678245118
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail61,630 miles (+3,805)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,630 miles
    Test number
    928828245121
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass57,825 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,825 miles
    Test number
    305259344195
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail57,825 miles (+7,019)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,825 miles
    Test number
    407588644110
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked inner wall and between tread

  19. Pass50,806 miles (+4,906)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,806 miles
    Test number
    496958643127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly lipped
    • NoteSlight cracking to both rear tyres

  20. Fail45,900 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,900 miles
    Test number
    276535642488
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass45,900 miles (+6,345)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,900 miles
    Test number
    295465442164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,555 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,555 miles
    Test number
    397658331153
    • NoteSmoke level too low to register on test equipment.

Questions about LR08 RUU

Does LR08 RUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 RUU is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 RUU?
The MOT on LR08 RUU is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 RUU done?
LR08 RUU was recorded at 151,659 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 7,407 miles a year.
Has LR08 RUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 RUU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 RUU 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 LR08 RUU find?
LR08 RUU passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; 2nd row centre seatbelt buckle casing slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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