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Volkswagen LT

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,461 cc

T21 DUOMOT history

T21 DUO is a silver diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 10 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 4 of 8 MOT tests, with 127,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
127,167 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
8
4 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 DUO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T21 DUO was last recorded at 127,167 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 7,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,728 miles · 6 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
7,439 miles
Average per year
5,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,167 miles
  • 2023 – 119,728 miles
  • 2022 – 110,813 miles
  • 2021 – 102,795 miles
  • 2020 – 102,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,167 miles
  • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet - various (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lamp outer lens missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil level was low on pre-checks

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,167 miles (+7,439)15 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,167 miles
    Test number
    672161249259
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet - various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lamp outer lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level was low on pre-checks

  2. Pass119,728 miles (+8,915)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,728 miles
    Test number
    656057949715
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

  3. Pass110,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,813 miles
    Test number
    887088726240
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front caliper springs missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear half shaft seal weeping

  4. Fail110,813 miles (+8,018)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,813 miles
    Test number
    925835772628
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front caliper springs missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear half shaft seal weeping

  5. Pass102,795 miles (+30)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,795 miles
    Test number
    319659697070
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail102,765 miles (+745)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    692050854788
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking NO.1 injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass102,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,020 miles
    Test number
    548670315221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake weak just met requirement

  8. Fail102,020 miles5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,020 miles
    Test number
    564310978667
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Questions about T21 DUO

Does T21 DUO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 DUO expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 DUO?
The MOT on T21 DUO expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 DUO done?
T21 DUO was recorded at 127,167 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 5,100 miles a year.
Has T21 DUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 DUO has failed 4 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T21 DUO 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 T21 DUO find?
T21 DUO failed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 15 major defects and 6 advisories: brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired seized; headlamp aim unable to be tested; horn sound not in accordance with requirements, and 18 more.

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