
Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc
LS51 KPTMOT history
LS51 KPT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 225,139 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 14 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 225,139 mi
- At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 16 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,287 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS51 KPT
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 12 Oct 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS51 KPT was last recorded at 225,139 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 16,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 208,731 miles · 28 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 16,408 miles
- Average per year
- 6,287 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 225,139 miles
- 2025 – 208,731 miles
- 2024 – 190,091 miles
- 2023 – 171,639 miles
- 2022 – 168,512 miles
- 2021 – 168,482 miles
- 2020 – 162,161 miles
- 2018 – 160,991 miles
- 2017 – 159,718 miles
- 2016 – 157,648 miles
- 2014 – 157,075 miles
- 2012 – 153,248 miles
- 2010 – 150,610 miles
- 2009 – 140,477 miles
- 2008 – 126,889 miles
- 2007 – 117,079 miles
- 2006 – 102,317 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryFront Body panel slightly loose bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cill small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
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.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Full MOT history
28 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass225,139 miles (+16,408)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 225,139 miles
- Test number
- 952062395146
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryFront Body panel slightly loose bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cill small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Pass208,731 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 208,731 miles
- Test number
- 759509415201
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive small hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail208,731 miles (+18,640)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 208,731 miles
- Test number
- 510299022000
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorFront Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle both front tie rod ends touch wheel on full turn (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both loose (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive small hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass190,091 miles (+18,452)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 190,091 miles
- Test number
- 672935539151
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryFront Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately TRACK ROD ENDS CLOSE TO WHEELS WHEN ON FULL LOCK (2.1.3 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass171,639 miles (+29)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 171,639 miles
- Test number
- 179468854437
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail171,610 miles (+14)2 dangerous5 major4 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,610 miles
- Test number
- 959808294437
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system SEEPING UNDER PRESSURE (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system ON CALLIPER DRIPPING (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking ON RACK (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported ON BODY HOLDING FLEXI (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported ON CALIPER HOLDING FLEXI (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported ON BODY HOLDING FLEXI (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported ON CALIPER HOLDING FLEXI (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported FLEXI TO AXEL (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported FLEXI TO AXEL (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail171,596 miles (+3,084)2 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,596 miles
- Test number
- 845646485172
- DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorCentral Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake cable slightly corroded.
Pass168,512 miles (+30)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 168,512 miles
- Test number
- 399439718078
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Fail168,482 miles (+6,321)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,482 miles
- Test number
- 338069052381
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass162,161 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 162,161 miles
- Test number
- 857631873282
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Fail162,161 miles (+1,170)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,161 miles
- Test number
- 426698206616
- MajorFront Brake cable damaged Due to corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass160,991 miles (+11)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 160,991 miles
- Test number
- 241747146622
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail160,980 miles (+1,262)1 dangerous7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,980 miles
- Test number
- 127604767169
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass159,718 miles (+2,070)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 159,718 miles
- Test number
- 455823769579
- AdvisoryN/S/R Brake Grabbing Slightly
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPossible Fuel Leak
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Discs Corroded
- AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Pass157,648 miles (+80)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 157,648 miles
- Test number
- 865867441694
- AdvisoryFront Outer cv boot clips slight seepage of grease
- AdvisoryFront tyres perished
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOIL LEAK
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Fail157,568 miles (+493)2 failures10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,568 miles
- Test number
- 434308116262
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront Outer cv boot clips slight seepage of grease
- AdvisoryFront tyres perished
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOIL LEAK
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass157,075 miles (+25)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 157,075 miles
- Test number
- 889250464192
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteO/S/F Tyre Wall Cracked
- NoteOil leak
Fail157,050 miles (+3,802)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,050 miles
- Test number
- 417434544178
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteO/S/F Tyre Wall Cracked
- NoteOil leak
Fail153,248 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,248 miles
- Test number
- 518288652072
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass153,248 miles (+2,638)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 153,248 miles
- Test number
- 809558352069
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass150,610 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 150,610 miles
- Test number
- 580848540387
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail150,608 miles (+10,131)1 failure1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,608 miles
- Test number
- 480011340481
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteOil leak
Pass140,477 miles (+13,588)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 140,477 miles
- Test number
- 220878019308
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,889 miles (+9,810)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 126,889 miles
- Test number
- 162137338341
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass117,079 miles (+386)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 117,079 miles
- Test number
- 323297867274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail116,693 miles (+14,376)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,693 miles
- Test number
- 680400767231
- FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Pass102,317 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 102,317 miles
- Test number
- 464215776244
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,317 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,317 miles
- Test number
- 521155076213
- FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
Questions about LS51 KPT
- Does LS51 KPT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 KPT is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS51 KPT?
- The MOT on LS51 KPT is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS51 KPT done?
- LS51 KPT was recorded at 225,139 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,287 miles a year.
- Has LS51 KPT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS51 KPT has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
- Has the mileage on LS51 KPT 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 LS51 KPT find?
- LS51 KPT passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; front body panel slightly loose bumper; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings corroded, and 4 more.
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