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Volkswagen LT

Grey and White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X452 VYJMOT history

X452 VYJ is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen LT first used on 14 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 249,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
249,491 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X452 VYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
LT
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X452 VYJ was last recorded at 249,491 miles on 16 May 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,389 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
5,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,491 miles
  • 2025 – 247,816 miles
  • 2024 – 246,695 miles
  • 2023 – 241,184 miles
  • 2022 – 231,193 miles
  • 2021 – 229,122 miles
  • 2019 – 227,312 miles
  • 2018 – 225,502 miles
  • 2017 – 221,547 miles
  • 2016 – 217,177 miles
  • 2015 – 215,055 miles
  • 2014 – 205,891 miles
  • 2013 – 198,529 miles
  • 2012 – 188,685 miles
  • 2011 – 179,988 miles
  • 2010 – 170,799 miles
  • 2009 – 165,237 miles
  • 2008 – 158,945 miles
  • 2007 – 152,074 miles
  • 2006 – 145,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,491 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front hole in inner seal not within 30cm of any mountingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,491 miles (+102)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    249,491 miles
    Test number
    296826222988
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hole in inner seal not within 30cm of any mounting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail249,389 miles (+1,573)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,389 miles
    Test number
    685784234630
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hole in inner seal not within 30cm of any mounting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass247,816 miles (+1,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    247,816 miles
    Test number
    152929785253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass246,695 miles (+23)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    246,695 miles
    Test number
    566662123386
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside

  5. Fail246,672 miles (+5,488)1 dangerous5 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,672 miles
    Test number
    272825991672
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface both taped over (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside

  6. Pass241,184 miles (+9,991)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    241,184 miles
    Test number
    392220691237
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure Temporary repair in place (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryLower Both sills corroded
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox support mount worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly misshapen on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass231,193 miles (+2,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    231,193 miles
    Test number
    269892911832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass229,122 miles (+1,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    229,122 miles
    Test number
    504143958742
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  9. Pass227,312 miles (+1,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    227,312 miles
    Test number
    255262759021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass225,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    225,502 miles
    Test number
    855207257285
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail225,502 miles (+3,955)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,502 miles
    Test number
    714434284689
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass221,547 miles (+4,370)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    221,547 miles
    Test number
    487208923308
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f

  13. Pass217,177 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    217,177 miles
    Test number
    405118489572
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail217,172 miles (+2,117)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,172 miles
    Test number
    363369405780
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass215,055 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    215,055 miles
    Test number
    877050175028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  16. Fail215,050 miles (+9,159)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,050 miles
    Test number
    785120975013
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  17. Pass205,891 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    205,891 miles
    Test number
    839552074098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail205,885 miles (+7,356)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,885 miles
    Test number
    605869364058
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass198,529 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    198,529 miles
    Test number
    146465963408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail198,419 miles (+9,734)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,419 miles
    Test number
    336109053084
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass188,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    188,685 miles
    Test number
    885175552026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail188,680 miles (+8,692)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,680 miles
    Test number
    867675352078
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass179,988 miles (+9,189)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    179,988 miles
    Test number
    855499451046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass170,799 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    170,799 miles
    Test number
    951291560075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail170,794 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,794 miles
    Test number
    802507250038
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    951298459071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail165,237 miles (+6,292)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,237 miles
    Test number
    834557459011
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass158,945 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    158,945 miles
    Test number
    644457758055
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront flexi brake hoses perished

  29. Fail158,945 miles (+6,871)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,945 miles
    Test number
    741686758022
    • FailureBrake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront flexi brake hoses perished

  30. Pass152,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    152,074 miles
    Test number
    312063257045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail152,074 miles (+6,461)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,074 miles
    Test number
    333163857070
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

  32. Pass145,613 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    145,613 miles
    Test number
    661078256092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Fail145,613 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,613 miles
    Test number
    184288956474
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about X452 VYJ

Does X452 VYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X452 VYJ is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X452 VYJ?
The MOT on X452 VYJ is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X452 VYJ done?
X452 VYJ was recorded at 249,491 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 5,139 miles a year.
Has X452 VYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X452 VYJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X452 VYJ 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 X452 VYJ find?
X452 VYJ passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front hole in inner seal not within 30cm of any mounting; nearside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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