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Volkswagen LT

Purple · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V648 UBDMOT history

V648 UBD is a purple diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 13 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 151,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
151,678 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V648 UBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V648 UBD was last recorded at 151,678 miles on 14 May 2026, 8,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,355 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,323 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,678 miles
  • 2025 – 143,355 miles
  • 2024 – 139,799 miles
  • 2023 – 134,112 miles
  • 2022 – 128,543 miles
  • 2021 – 128,266 miles
  • 2020 – 124,355 miles
  • 2019 – 119,854 miles
  • 2018 – 115,869 miles
  • 2017 – 112,987 miles
  • 2016 – 110,841 miles
  • 2014 – 105,178 miles
  • 2013 – 101,517 miles
  • 2012 – 100,335 miles
  • 2011 – 97,280 miles
  • 2010 – 91,720 miles
  • 2008 – 88,746 miles
  • 2007 – 84,183 miles
  • 2006 – 74,466 miles
  • 2005 – 69,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,678 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel cap/sealing device missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,678 miles (+8,323)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,678 miles
    Test number
    760973383077
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass143,355 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    143,355 miles
    Test number
    817088973685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail143,325 miles (+3,526)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,325 miles
    Test number
    186157101008
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass139,799 miles (+43)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    139,799 miles
    Test number
    234896569028
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail139,756 miles (+5,644)1 dangerous12 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,756 miles
    Test number
    880607871234
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass134,112 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    134,112 miles
    Test number
    509674287916
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in underseal

  7. Fail134,112 miles (+5,569)2 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,112 miles
    Test number
    780632347068
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested burst pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch heavily corroded bot in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg area corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll underside and suspension components slightly corroded

  8. Pass128,543 miles (+277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,543 miles
    Test number
    866667388402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail128,266 miles (+3,911)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    525192670957
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass124,355 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,355 miles
    Test number
    436885613453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,345 miles (+4,491)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,345 miles
    Test number
    325325173892
    • MajorEmissions not tested serious fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass119,854 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,854 miles
    Test number
    208767862608
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail119,854 miles (+3,985)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,854 miles
    Test number
    785628241788
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure also broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass115,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,869 miles
    Test number
    124749107665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail115,869 miles (+2,882)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,869 miles
    Test number
    432100313081
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass112,987 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,987 miles
    Test number
    899787214777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass110,841 miles (+5,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    739031167728
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Inner propshaft bolt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion crossmember (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass105,178 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,178 miles
    Test number
    555997224271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCentre seatbelt buckle cover missing

  19. Fail105,178 miles (+3,661)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,178 miles
    Test number
    487757424273
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCentre seatbelt buckle cover missing

  20. Pass101,517 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,517 miles
    Test number
    456750023235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass100,335 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,335 miles
    Test number
    126297112261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,280 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,280 miles
    Test number
    236048771437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,720 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,720 miles
    Test number
    132393960152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail91,675 miles (+2,929)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,675 miles
    Test number
    553213830189
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass88,746 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,746 miles
    Test number
    214072418362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,183 miles (+385)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    84,183 miles
    Test number
    751723617322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail83,798 miles (+9,332)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,798 miles
    Test number
    540523607314
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  28. Pass74,466 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    74,466 miles
    Test number
    553290406396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail74,377 miles (+4,785)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,377 miles
    Test number
    340186796455
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

  30. Pass69,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    69,592 miles
    Test number
    923245905357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail69,592 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,592 miles
    Test number
    164094005335
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V648 UBD

Does V648 UBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V648 UBD is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V648 UBD?
The MOT on V648 UBD is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V648 UBD done?
V648 UBD was recorded at 151,678 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has V648 UBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V648 UBD has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V648 UBD 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 V648 UBD find?
V648 UBD passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside registration plate lamp insecure; central front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 6 more.

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