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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P97 NLBMOT history

P97 NLB is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 39 MOT tests, with 141,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2024.

P97 NLB black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2025
Mileage
141,539 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2024
MOT tests
39
20 passed · 19 failed
Per year
3,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P97 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
29 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P97 NLB was last recorded at 141,539 miles on 25 Oct 2024, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2009: 14,857 miles, lower than 88,756 miles on 16 Dec 2008.

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
141,504 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
3,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,539 miles
  • 2023 – 136,888 miles
  • 2022 – 131,709 miles
  • 2021 – 126,385 miles
  • 2020 – 119,556 miles
  • 2019 – 113,534 miles
  • 2018 – 105,499 miles
  • 2017 – 99,311 miles
  • 2016 – 89,464 miles
  • 2015 – 78,986 miles
  • 2014 – 62,779 miles
  • 2013 – 54,657 miles
  • 2012 – 44,739 miles
  • 2011 – 33,211 miles
  • 2010 – 22,197 miles
  • 2009 – 15,285 miles
  • 2008 – 88,756 miles
  • 2007 – 81,084 miles
  • 2006 – 73,795 miles
  • 2005 – 66,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,539 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

39 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,539 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,539 miles
    Test number
    841949471955
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail141,539 miles (+35)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,539 miles
    Test number
    530194915638
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail141,504 miles (+21)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,504 miles
    Test number
    696372688324
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested so not to damage (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to the leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in the wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail141,483 miles (+4,595)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,483 miles
    Test number
    619409092088
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested so not to damage (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to the leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in the wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass136,888 miles (+63)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,888 miles
    Test number
    556657118662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides from caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective
  6. Fail136,825 miles (+5,116)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,825 miles
    Test number
    631716432074
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive leak of exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at the calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror plastic cover is managed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  7. Pass131,709 miles (+28)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,709 miles
    Test number
    795704502416
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryMist of diesel around fuel pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing/Bumper supported corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded not within prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper supported corroded and holes
  8. Fail131,681 miles (+126)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,681 miles
    Test number
    683961369113
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Brake pipe joiner (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryMist of diesel around fuel pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing/Bumper supported corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded not within prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper supported corroded and holes
  9. Fail131,555 miles (+5,170)5 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,555 miles
    Test number
    544400972258
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic convertor section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possible water pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plus front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plus front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass126,385 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,385 miles
    Test number
    128619919402
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  11. Fail126,379 miles (+6,823)2 major3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,379 miles
    Test number
    933827624958
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  12. Pass119,556 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,556 miles
    Test number
    872390819559
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bracket rusty
  13. Fail119,556 miles (+6,022)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,556 miles
    Test number
    604275655413
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper bracket rusty
  14. Pass113,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,534 miles
    Test number
    674700684204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Fail113,534 miles (+8,035)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,534 miles
    Test number
    729054824100
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  16. Pass105,499 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,499 miles
    Test number
    229122140162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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)
  17. Fail105,447 miles (+6,136)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    527674358171
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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)
  18. Pass99,311 miles (+157)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,311 miles
    Test number
    204474801688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail99,154 miles (+9,690)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,154 miles
    Test number
    187737103829
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass89,464 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    886308454488
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  21. Fail89,464 miles (+10,478)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    832331093413
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also has nail in sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  22. Pass78,986 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    577100603960
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Fail78,896 miles (+16,117)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,896 miles
    Test number
    582853234996
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  24. Pass62,779 miles (+8,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,779 miles
    Test number
    825449974237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  25. Pass54,657 miles (+9,918)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    278717463263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,739 miles (+11,528)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,739 miles
    Test number
    207316122352
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  27. Fail33,211 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,211 miles
    Test number
    935080421336
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  28. Pass33,211 miles (+11,014)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,211 miles
    Test number
    975970721355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,197 miles (+819)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,197 miles
    Test number
    730292110386
    • NoteOil leak
  30. Fail21,378 miles (+6,093)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,378 miles
    Test number
    384340200365
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  31. Pass15,285 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    15,285 miles
    Test number
    384090639349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail14,857 miles (-73,899)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,857 miles
    Test number
    120892829326
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  33. Pass88,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    88,756 miles
    Test number
    512931658383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail88,756 miles (+7,672)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,756 miles
    Test number
    674011158315
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  35. Pass81,084 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    81,084 miles
    Test number
    292301967362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail81,037 miles (+7,242)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,037 miles
    Test number
    990796157360
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  37. Pass73,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    73,795 miles
    Test number
    841935456319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail73,795 miles (+6,909)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,795 miles
    Test number
    141868546364
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSpring on handbrake broken
  39. Pass66,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    66,886 miles
    Test number
    833129335319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P97 NLB

Does P97 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P97 NLB expired on 6 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P97 NLB?
The MOT on P97 NLB expired on 6 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P97 NLB done?
P97 NLB was recorded at 141,539 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2024, an average of 3,952 miles a year.
Has P97 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P97 NLB has failed 19 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P97 NLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P97 NLB find?
P97 NLB passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 7 more.

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