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Volkswagen LT

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V681 DDCMOT history

V681 DDC is a white diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 27 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 258,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
258,785 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 DDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V681 DDC was last recorded at 258,785 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2009: 136,812 miles, lower than 138,034 miles on 29 Jul 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
258,785 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 258,785 miles
  • 2022 – 248,549 miles
  • 2021 – 246,819 miles
  • 2020 – 245,994 miles
  • 2019 – 230,162 miles
  • 2018 – 220,346 miles
  • 2017 – 207,502 miles
  • 2015 – 192,420 miles
  • 2013 – 174,477 miles
  • 2012 – 164,560 miles
  • 2011 – 151,490 miles
  • 2009 – 136,812 miles
  • 2008 – 138,034 miles
  • 2007 – 135,303 miles
  • 2005 – 106,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,785 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBoth front doors corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,785 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    258,785 miles
    Test number
    981989962108
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front doors corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash

  2. Fail258,785 miles (+10,236)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,785 miles
    Test number
    235836371323
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury both outer wheel arches (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front doors corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on dash

  3. Pass248,549 miles (+204)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    248,549 miles
    Test number
    436190255704
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner and outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank damp
    • AdvisoryGlow plug lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail248,345 miles (+1,526)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,345 miles
    Test number
    752877402318
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner and outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank damp
    • AdvisoryGlow plug lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass246,819 miles (+825)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    246,819 miles
    Test number
    664022968513
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill and wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing on dash

  6. Pass245,994 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    245,994 miles
    Test number
    702532288748
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded

  7. Fail245,986 miles (+15,824)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,986 miles
    Test number
    927592646402
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded

  8. Pass230,162 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    230,162 miles
    Test number
    488444197782
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  9. Fail230,159 miles (+9,813)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,159 miles
    Test number
    626746536555
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  10. Pass220,346 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    220,346 miles
    Test number
    107915062779
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust rubber split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEng warning light flashing
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront outer sills and wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Fail220,344 miles (+12,842)7 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,344 miles
    Test number
    214403916273
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust rubber split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEng warning light flashing
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront outer sills and wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass207,502 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    207,502 miles
    Test number
    188271907368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

  13. Fail207,502 miles (+15,082)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,502 miles
    Test number
    120673756294
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

  14. Pass192,420 miles (+7,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    192,420 miles
    Test number
    910359309746
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass184,937 miles (+31)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    184,937 miles
    Test number
    975244215069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteExcessive oil leak
    • NoteRear brake pipes held in by cable ties

  16. Fail184,906 miles (+10,429)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,906 miles
    Test number
    747556205045
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExcessive oil leak
    • NoteRear brake pipes held in by cable ties

  17. Pass174,477 miles (+6,011)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    174,477 miles
    Test number
    777708453301
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrotion n/s/f outer wheel arch

  18. Pass168,466 miles (+3,906)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    168,466 miles
    Test number
    786668903074
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNsr lamp insecure
    • NoteSlight play in os steering tie rod

  19. Pass164,560 miles (+13,070)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    164,560 miles
    Test number
    739434002071
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • NoteHand brake lever has long travel

  20. Pass151,490 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    151,490 miles
    Test number
    388247301037
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail151,485 miles (+14,673)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,485 miles
    Test number
    697705001069
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass136,812 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    136,812 miles
    Test number
    303434589113
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  23. Fail136,812 miles (-1,222)12 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,812 miles
    Test number
    302413079146
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  24. Pass138,034 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    138,034 miles
    Test number
    161631718257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail138,029 miles (+2,726)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,029 miles
    Test number
    564894388188
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

  26. Pass135,303 miles (+28,329)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    135,303 miles
    Test number
    703264697127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass106,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    106,974 miles
    Test number
    241767355219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V681 DDC

Does V681 DDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V681 DDC expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V681 DDC?
The MOT on V681 DDC expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V681 DDC done?
V681 DDC was recorded at 258,785 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 8,375 miles a year.
Has V681 DDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 DDC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V681 DDC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V681 DDC find?
V681 DDC passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; both front doors corroded; both inner and outer sill corroded, and 1 more.

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