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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LT02 HOWMOT history

LT02 HOW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LT02 HOW blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
137,501 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT02 HOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT02 HOW was last recorded at 137,501 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,436 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
5,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,501 miles
  • 2024 – 132,855 miles
  • 2023 – 125,320 miles
  • 2022 – 119,885 miles
  • 2021 – 115,257 miles
  • 2020 – 110,486 miles
  • 2019 – 103,797 miles
  • 2018 – 97,193 miles
  • 2017 – 90,070 miles
  • 2016 – 79,867 miles
  • 2015 – 73,136 miles
  • 2014 – 73,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,501 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust centre section and back box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,501 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    137,501 miles
    Test number
    655149477628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,436 miles (+4,581)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,436 miles
    Test number
    751080595246
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass132,855 miles (+7,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,855 miles
    Test number
    766123366309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass125,320 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,320 miles
    Test number
    684266912615
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section and back box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail125,320 miles (+5,435)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,320 miles
    Test number
    872184468918
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section and back box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass119,885 miles (+4,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,885 miles
    Test number
    411194994642
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Boost pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass115,257 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    883001975117
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail115,256 miles (+4,770)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,256 miles
    Test number
    712851578952
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass110,486 miles (+6,689)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,486 miles
    Test number
    239317244227
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test two seats
  10. Pass103,797 miles (+3)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    344222480416
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive from inter cooler connection (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail103,794 miles (+6,601)1 dangerous3 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,794 miles
    Test number
    403866129926
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive from inter cooler connection (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass97,193 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    788572085413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,178 miles (+7,108)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,178 miles
    Test number
    236434742625
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass90,070 miles (+10,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,070 miles
    Test number
    136071635279
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% on limit (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt three seats
  15. Pass79,867 miles (+6,731)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    203429952949
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryCentre Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both outer seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both
  16. Pass73,136 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,136 miles
    Test number
    336093433149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,073 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,073 miles
    Test number
    116121364168
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres 205/60/16c rear 205/65/16c
    • NoteNearside centre seat tilting handle missing
    • NoteOffside front wheelarch cover missing
  18. Fail73,073 miles10 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,073 miles
    Test number
    257221664441
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres 205/60/16c rear 205/65/16c
    • NoteNearside centre seat tilting handle missing
    • NoteOffside front wheelarch cover missing

Questions about LT02 HOW

Does LT02 HOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT02 HOW is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LT02 HOW?
The MOT on LT02 HOW is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT02 HOW done?
LT02 HOW was recorded at 137,501 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 5,638 miles a year.
Has LT02 HOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT02 HOW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LT02 HOW 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 LT02 HOW find?
LT02 HOW passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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