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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

LS52 BYBMOT history

LS52 BYB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 362,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LS52 BYB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
362,409 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 BYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 BYB was last recorded at 362,409 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
362,409 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 362,409 miles
  • 2022 – 358,389 miles
  • 2021 – 355,312 miles
  • 2020 – 354,565 miles
  • 2019 – 349,814 miles
  • 2018 – 343,770 miles
  • 2017 – 329,788 miles
  • 2016 – 315,897 miles
  • 2015 – 274,042 miles
  • 2014 – 239,668 miles
  • 2013 – 217,292 miles
  • 2012 – 199,435 miles
  • 2011 – 180,657 miles
  • 2010 – 156,266 miles
  • 2009 – 131,177 miles
  • 2008 – 109,503 miles
  • 2007 – 88,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass362,409 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass362,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    362,409 miles
    Test number
    236012504434
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail362,409 miles (+4,020)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    362,409 miles
    Test number
    408467078565
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sliding door floor corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s outer and inner seal corroded 30cmt to suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal to rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass358,389 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    358,389 miles
    Test number
    756813968335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass355,312 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    355,312 miles
    Test number
    278321253311
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail355,308 miles (+743)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    355,308 miles
    Test number
    309437285124
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass354,565 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    354,565 miles
    Test number
    945588626704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail354,555 miles (+4,741)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    354,555 miles
    Test number
    666812461435
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass349,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    349,814 miles
    Test number
    963886656227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail349,814 miles (+6,044)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    349,814 miles
    Test number
    409068925357
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass343,770 miles (+13,982)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    343,770 miles
    Test number
    720724602662
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Strong advise (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Strong advise (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass329,788 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    329,788 miles
    Test number
    774475417149
    • AdvisoryExhaust joints/welds have heavier corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront tyre edges worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
  12. Fail329,788 miles (+13,891)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    329,788 miles
    Test number
    604213549242
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust joints/welds have heavier corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront tyre edges worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
  13. Pass315,897 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    315,897 miles
    Test number
    382003124852
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine STRONG ADVISE
  14. Fail315,897 miles (+41,855)6 dangerous1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,897 miles
    Test number
    549124157569
    • DangerousBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened front most cable (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and brake pad warning light on (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousRear brake application uneven and both low recorded efforts (3.7.B.2)
    • DangerousService brake only made 52 % due to low recorded efforts on rear brakes
    • FailureRear rear brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated heavily perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine STRONG ADVISE
  15. Pass274,042 miles (+1)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    274,042 miles
    Test number
    806757155039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn in centre
  16. Fail274,041 miles (+34,373)8 dangerous6 failures10 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,041 miles
    Test number
    118616155433
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • DangerousRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front anti nroll bar D bushes worn and slight play
    • NoteCentre exhaust slight deterioration
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges and minor cuts in sidewall
    • NoteRear discs heavily corroded and worn
  17. Pass239,668 miles (+22,376)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    239,668 miles
    Test number
    115708624402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass217,292 miles (+17,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    217,292 miles
    Test number
    267517113052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass199,435 miles (+18,778)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    199,435 miles
    Test number
    889849412009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass180,657 miles (+24,391)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    180,657 miles
    Test number
    327678821079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass156,266 miles (+25,089)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    156,266 miles
    Test number
    681941020054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass131,177 miles (+21,674)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    131,177 miles
    Test number
    101842019000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    109,503 miles
    Test number
    994165728094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail109,503 miles (+21,238)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,503 miles
    Test number
    532035428028
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  25. Pass88,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    88,265 miles
    Test number
    993946627041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 BYB

Does LS52 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 BYB is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 BYB?
The MOT on LS52 BYB is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 BYB done?
LS52 BYB was recorded at 362,409 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 14,352 miles a year.
Has LS52 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 BYB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 BYB 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 LS52 BYB find?
LS52 BYB passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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