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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LR08 XBYMOT history

LR08 XBY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 186,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LR08 XBY white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
186,235 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XBY was last recorded at 186,235 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 7,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,225 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,010 miles
Average per year
6,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,235 miles
  • 2025 – 179,225 miles
  • 2023 – 174,087 miles
  • 2022 – 170,454 miles
  • 2021 – 168,580 miles
  • 2020 – 166,116 miles
  • 2019 – 164,780 miles
  • 2018 – 160,305 miles
  • 2017 – 156,636 miles
  • 2016 – 155,643 miles
  • 2015 – 152,523 miles
  • 2014 – 149,479 miles
  • 2013 – 145,912 miles
  • 2012 – 117,421 miles
  • 2011 – 93,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,235 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes heavily greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,235 miles (+7,010)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    186,235 miles
    Test number
    282062896074
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass179,225 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    179,225 miles
    Test number
    535980206055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail179,198 miles (+5,111)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,198 miles
    Test number
    875564074121
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass174,087 miles (+3,633)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    174,087 miles
    Test number
    679747957656
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust (middle)outer case slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass170,454 miles (+1,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,454 miles
    Test number
    318988408641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass168,580 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    168,580 miles
    Test number
    745275149859
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail168,560 miles (+2,444)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,560 miles
    Test number
    516858975271
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass166,116 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    166,116 miles
    Test number
    411785810087
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail166,109 miles (+1,329)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,109 miles
    Test number
    936332355209
    • MajorFuel system component leaking cooler (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass164,780 miles (+4,475)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    164,780 miles
    Test number
    760037572542
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass160,305 miles (+3,669)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,305 miles
    Test number
    959026158029
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass156,636 miles (+993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    156,636 miles
    Test number
    563881672239
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass155,643 miles (+3,120)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    155,643 miles
    Test number
    513690398246
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass152,523 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    152,523 miles
    Test number
    389168465147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail152,518 miles (+3,039)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,518 miles
    Test number
    288702265169
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass149,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    149,479 miles
    Test number
    228435774169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail149,479 miles (+3,567)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,479 miles
    Test number
    419415174189
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass145,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,912 miles
    Test number
    315458123174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail145,912 miles (+28,491)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,912 miles
    Test number
    599110523128
    • FailureSteering lock missing (2.1.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Fail117,421 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,421 miles
    Test number
    549757602182
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteReverse lights not working

  21. Pass117,421 miles (+24,071)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    117,421 miles
    Test number
    895267002164
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteReverse lights not working

  22. Pass93,350 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    357263901112
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

Questions about LR08 XBY

Does LR08 XBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XBY is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XBY?
The MOT on LR08 XBY is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XBY done?
LR08 XBY was recorded at 186,235 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 6,198 miles a year.
Has LR08 XBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XBY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 XBY 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 XBY find?
LR08 XBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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