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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LU04 DUBMOT history

LU04 DUB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 198,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

LU04 DUB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
198,313 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU04 DUB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU04 DUB was last recorded at 198,313 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 2,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,944 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,369 miles
Average per year
7,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,313 miles
  • 2024 – 195,944 miles
  • 2023 – 191,963 miles
  • 2022 – 189,484 miles
  • 2021 – 187,015 miles
  • 2020 – 176,561 miles
  • 2019 – 169,557 miles
  • 2018 – 164,746 miles
  • 2017 – 160,604 miles
  • 2016 – 149,548 miles
  • 2015 – 137,230 miles
  • 2014 – 124,480 miles
  • 2012 – 107,464 miles
  • 2011 – 94,784 miles
  • 2010 – 85,860 miles
  • 2009 – 72,963 miles
  • 2008 – 64,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,313 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust system showing signs of age

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,313 miles (+2,369)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    198,313 miles
    Test number
    100357155564
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass195,944 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    195,944 miles
    Test number
    367065548477
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExcessively lowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement in nearside front suspension / steering
    • AdvisorySun strip across top of windscreen
  3. Fail195,943 miles (+3,980)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,943 miles
    Test number
    528672581396
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExcessively lowered suspension fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement in nearside front suspension / steering
    • AdvisorySun strip across top of windscreen
  4. Pass191,963 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    191,963 miles
    Test number
    714702724796
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
  5. Fail191,957 miles (+2,473)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,957 miles
    Test number
    723201796245
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension fitted
  6. Pass189,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    189,484 miles
    Test number
    913687637486
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail189,484 miles (+2,469)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,484 miles
    Test number
    443167949757
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))
  8. Pass187,015 miles (+10,454)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    187,015 miles
    Test number
    858800539387
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass176,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    176,561 miles
    Test number
    647662015474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail176,561 miles (+7,004)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,561 miles
    Test number
    854379552170
    • MajorCentral Front Brake cable damaged snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear flex corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear flex corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass169,557 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,557 miles
    Test number
    111412060213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass164,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    164,746 miles
    Test number
    167040210005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail164,746 miles (+4,142)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,746 miles
    Test number
    802697948153
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working both front direction indicators (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both front sidelight's not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass160,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    529072636062
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Fail160,604 miles (+11,056)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    600843515741
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass149,548 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    149,548 miles
    Test number
    690494806460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail149,519 miles (+12,289)17 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,519 miles
    Test number
    670226230255
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively damaged Over A/Roll bar (2.3.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass137,230 miles (+12,750)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    685691765029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass124,480 miles (+17,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    124,480 miles
    Test number
    666519054028
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass107,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    107,464 miles
    Test number
    117402622324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail107,464 miles (+12,680)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,464 miles
    Test number
    577382722353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass94,784 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,784 miles
    Test number
    507900351251
    • NoteOffside rear brake pad sensor not clipped in to place
  23. Fail94,784 miles (+8,924)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,784 miles
    Test number
    935998041202
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear brake pad sensor not clipped in to place
  24. Pass85,860 miles (+12,897)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    85,860 miles
    Test number
    554916440226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass72,963 miles (+8,179)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,963 miles
    Test number
    163057699121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,784 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,784 miles
    Test number
    163630088441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,735 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,735 miles
    Test number
    501685578027
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LU04 DUB

Does LU04 DUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU04 DUB expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU04 DUB?
The MOT on LU04 DUB expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU04 DUB done?
LU04 DUB was recorded at 198,313 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 7,596 miles a year.
Has LU04 DUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU04 DUB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LU04 DUB 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 LU04 DUB find?
LU04 DUB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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