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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

S27 LVAMOT history

S27 LVA is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 146,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

S27 LVA yellow Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
146,824 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 LVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 LVA was last recorded at 146,824 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,824 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,824 miles
  • 2016 – 133,436 miles
  • 2015 – 132,711 miles
  • 2013 – 120,250 miles
  • 2012 – 109,683 miles
  • 2011 – 98,077 miles
  • 2010 – 94,087 miles
  • 2009 – 86,369 miles
  • 2008 – 74,263 miles
  • 2006 – 49,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,824 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    146,824 miles
    Test number
    227748797317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,824 miles (+13,388)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,824 miles
    Test number
    215032578195
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    998660068671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,436 miles (+725)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    337322737458
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  5. Pass132,711 miles (+12,461)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    132,711 miles
    Test number
    187271825425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,250 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    120,250 miles
    Test number
    805863333221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,234 miles (+10,551)16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,234 miles
    Test number
    768759523222
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass109,683 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    729166342136
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClutch master cylinder has a ver poor weld repair on mounting bracket
    • NoteN/s rear swinging arm has restricted movement compared to o/s
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  9. Fail109,683 miles (+287)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    856116542183
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber appears to be of incorrect length for vehicle - no suspension droop when vehicle is jacked up.
    • NoteRear service brakes have low efficiency - advise investigation.

  10. Fail109,396 miles (+11,319)1 dangerous10 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,396 miles
    Test number
    105405732131
    • DangerousAuxilliary airbags fitted to rear suspension are insecure and in danger of being caught in rear springs - advise repair or removal.
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber appears to be of incorrect length for vehicle - no suspension droop when vehicle is jacked up.
    • NoteRear service brakes have low efficiency - advise investigation.

  11. Pass98,077 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,077 miles
    Test number
    225075121429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail98,069 miles (+3,982)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,069 miles
    Test number
    628424021195
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass94,087 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,087 miles
    Test number
    991355920166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,079 miles (+7,710)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,079 miles
    Test number
    504224920109
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  15. Pass86,369 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,369 miles
    Test number
    990510479022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,361 miles (+12,098)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,361 miles
    Test number
    830389969070
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  17. Fail74,263 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    124842478091
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass74,263 miles (+24,934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    143682178006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  19. Pass49,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,329 miles
    Test number
    142124056397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 LVA

Does S27 LVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 LVA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 LVA?
The MOT on S27 LVA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 LVA done?
S27 LVA was recorded at 146,824 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 5,065 miles a year.
Has S27 LVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 LVA has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S27 LVA 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 S27 LVA find?
S27 LVA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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