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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

LX52 UBVMOT history

LX52 UBV is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 208,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2023.

LX52 UBV black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
208,480 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 UBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 UBV was last recorded at 208,480 miles on 4 Apr 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,477 miles · 29 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,480 miles
  • 2022 – 193,839 miles
  • 2021 – 181,338 miles
  • 2019 – 160,746 miles
  • 2018 – 154,377 miles
  • 2017 – 151,007 miles
  • 2016 – 147,704 miles
  • 2014 – 135,326 miles
  • 2013 – 122,276 miles
  • 2012 – 100,075 miles
  • 2011 – 94,470 miles
  • 2010 – 82,788 miles
  • 2009 – 74,119 miles
  • 2008 – 64,259 miles
  • 2007 – 57,638 miles
  • 2006 – 46,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,480 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear panel corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pedal rubber worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to both front outer wheel arches

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to rearmost panel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,480 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    208,480 miles
    Test number
    342102113182
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areas
  2. Fail208,477 miles (+14,638)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,477 miles
    Test number
    125492537330
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp lens seriously defective missing (4.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areas
  3. Pass193,839 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    193,839 miles
    Test number
    210690641034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner door handles missing but can still be opened
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front outer wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rearmost panel
  4. Fail193,839 miles (+12,501)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,839 miles
    Test number
    382420236538
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective not of locking type (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner door handles missing but can still be opened
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front outer wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rearmost panel
  5. Pass181,338 miles (+45)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    181,338 miles
    Test number
    969370989332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner door handle missing but can still open
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front outer wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rearmost panel
  6. Fail181,293 miles (+20,547)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,293 miles
    Test number
    240744810486
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn frontmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner door handle missing but can still open
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front outer wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rearmost panel
  7. Pass160,746 miles (+221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,746 miles
    Test number
    213468537902
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both outer wheel arches
  8. Fail160,525 miles (+6,148)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,525 miles
    Test number
    955648943337
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn heavily inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both outer wheel arches
  9. Pass154,377 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    154,377 miles
    Test number
    979105010002
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail154,372 miles (+3,365)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,372 miles
    Test number
    977901200715
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foremost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass151,007 miles (+126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    151,007 miles
    Test number
    623405410274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link bushes worn
    • AdvisoryHorn sound poor
    • AdvisorySide loading door broken
  12. Fail150,881 miles (+3,177)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,881 miles
    Test number
    701850499847
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by brake lights (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside inner door handle broken
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link bushes worn
    • AdvisoryHorn sound poor
    • AdvisorySide loading door broken
  13. Pass147,704 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    147,704 miles
    Test number
    387591746129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  14. Fail147,682 miles (+12,356)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,682 miles
    Test number
    612411683442
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  15. Pass135,326 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    989467754366
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Fail135,326 miles (+13,033)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    899826954358
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass122,293 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    122,293 miles
    Test number
    438114604092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,276 miles (+22,201)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,276 miles
    Test number
    345354763309
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass100,075 miles (+330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,075 miles
    Test number
    415662542308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  20. Fail99,745 miles (+5,275)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,745 miles
    Test number
    357253132388
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  21. Pass94,470 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    94,470 miles
    Test number
    916333731389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,418 miles (+11,630)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,418 miles
    Test number
    129980531334
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pads warning light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight 3/4 wear
  23. Pass82,788 miles (+8,669)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    82,788 miles
    Test number
    121635440330
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on pads look ok
  24. Pass74,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,119 miles
    Test number
    611049179253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,119 miles (+9,860)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,119 miles
    Test number
    364588879491
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
  26. Pass64,259 miles (+6,621)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,259 miles
    Test number
    332775258253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,638 miles (+11,058)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,638 miles
    Test number
    402797147229
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber split
  28. Pass46,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,580 miles
    Test number
    604845566286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 UBV

Does LX52 UBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 UBV expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 UBV?
The MOT on LX52 UBV expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 UBV done?
LX52 UBV was recorded at 208,480 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2023, an average of 9,794 miles a year.
Has LX52 UBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 UBV has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 UBV 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 LX52 UBV find?
LX52 UBV passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides d bushes; nearside outer sill corroded not within 30cm of prescribed areas; offside front wing corroded, and 3 more.

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