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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1995 · 2,370 cc

N31 LWVMOT history

N31 LWV is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Nov 1995. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 139,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

N31 LWV white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,999 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
9 Nov 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N31 LWV was last recorded at 139,999 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2006: 88,957 miles, lower than 201,908 miles on 24 Nov 2006.
  • 9 Sept 2014: 139,999 miles, lower than 140,000 miles on 20 Aug 2014.
  • 20 Dec 2016: 89,197 miles, lower than 140,999 miles on 25 Sept 2015.
  • 16 Jul 2024: 139,999 miles, lower than 140,999 miles on 9 Jun 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,999 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,999 miles
  • 2025 – 139,999 miles
  • 2024 – 139,999 miles
  • 2023 – 140,999 miles
  • 2022 – 140,999 miles
  • 2020 – 140,999 miles
  • 2019 – 140,999 miles
  • 2018 – 140,999 miles
  • 2016 – 89,198 miles
  • 2015 – 140,999 miles
  • 2014 – 140,050 miles
  • 2013 – 125,386 miles
  • 2011 – 117,816 miles
  • 2010 – 107,318 miles
  • 2009 – 92,061 miles
  • 2007 – 92,023 miles
  • 2006 – 88,957 miles
  • 2005 – 196,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,999 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wheel arch / chassis areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    139,999 miles
    Test number
    162428566400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass139,999 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,999 miles
    Test number
    192302743175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass139,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,999 miles
    Test number
    524835450060
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wheel arch / chassis areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sill areas corroded and holed
  4. Fail139,999 miles (-1,000)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,999 miles
    Test number
    906220555435
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis outriggers corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wheel arch / chassis areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sill areas corroded and holed
  5. Pass140,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    726601411369
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded
  6. Fail140,999 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    326534240182
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded
  7. Pass140,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    213736121280
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play in steering rack knuckle joints (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail140,999 miles1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    467486379734
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety leak off pipe leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure electric point (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play in both steering knuckles (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill areas both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass140,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    260126690732
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slight corrosion
  10. Fail140,999 miles2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    414112635625
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases x3 places (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure all (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slight corrosion
  11. Pass140,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    468458479230
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill corroded and holed
  12. Fail140,999 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    629645975258
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill corroded and holed
  13. Pass140,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    728453189171
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
  14. Fail140,999 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    621522325435
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
  15. FailMileage not read3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    283142409320
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
  16. Pass89,198 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,198 miles
    Test number
    669945639595
    • AdvisoryAux belt loose
  17. Fail89,197 miles (-51,802)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    241775952873
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 2x d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureCentral Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryAux belt loose
  18. Pass140,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    916051417288
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leakplay steering knuckles
    • AdvisoryRear lights full of water
    • AdvisoryRear lights full of water
  19. Fail140,999 miles (+949)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,999 miles
    Test number
    752437291022
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside front inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' middle (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leakplay steering knuckles
    • AdvisoryRear lights full of water
    • AdvisoryRear lights full of water
  20. Pass140,050 miles (+51)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    140,050 miles
    Test number
    246695364287
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  21. Fail139,999 miles (-1)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,999 miles
    Test number
    749832354298
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  22. Fail140,000 miles (+14,614)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,000 miles
    Test number
    365362834486
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll lights seem dim
  23. Pass125,386 miles (+7,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    125,386 miles
    Test number
    957382023108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  24. Pass117,816 miles (+10,498)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    117,816 miles
    Test number
    885731481081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass107,318 miles4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    990380090028
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth door mirrors damaged but not adversly affecting rear view
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front outer sill and outer wheel arch
    • NoteDamage to both sills
    • NoteNearside front headlamp beam image poor
    • NoteOffside registration plate lamp dim
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSlight play in offside front track rod inner ball joint
  26. Fail107,318 miles (+15,257)4 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    733069580007
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth door mirrors damaged but not adversly affecting rear view
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front outer sill and outer wheel arch
    • NoteDamage to both sills
    • NoteNearside front headlamp beam image poor
    • NoteOffside registration plate lamp dim
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSlight play in offside front track rod inner ball joint
  27. Pass92,061 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,061 miles
    Test number
    122733899477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,023 miles (+3,066)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,023 miles
    Test number
    712177377273
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  29. Pass88,957 miles (-112,951)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    88,957 miles
    Test number
    464755336474
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSlight play in sterring rack
  30. Fail201,908 miles (+5,844)1 dangerous13 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,908 miles
    Test number
    140218926397
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear offside lens cracked bot not showing white light
  31. Pass196,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    196,064 miles
    Test number
    920902535317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail196,064 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,064 miles
    Test number
    861508525376
    • FailureNearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about N31 LWV

Does N31 LWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N31 LWV is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on N31 LWV?
The MOT on N31 LWV is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N31 LWV done?
N31 LWV was recorded at 139,999 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026.
Has N31 LWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LWV has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on N31 LWV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 1 Dec 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on N31 LWV find?
N31 LWV passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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