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OB09 LCB

2013 Volkswagen T-porter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

124,687 mi
Last recorded124,687 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen T-porter93,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOB09 LCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT-porter
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2026 124,687 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 124,653 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Possibly Washer Bottle Empty. (3.5 (a))

17%) Parking Brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair. [3.7.A.7]

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 110,898 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 97,891 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle presented in dirty condition underneath,mud covering most of front and rear suspension components and brakes etc

Fail 20 Mar 2024 97,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords On outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle presented in dirty condition underneath,mud covering most of front and rear suspension components and brakes etc

Pass 9 Mar 2023 86,014 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 79,529 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 79,529 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged First row of seats in rear (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (Marked ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 72,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Fail 18 Feb 2021 72,732 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Pass 28 Feb 2020 67,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three

Rear body work damage

middle row middle belt buckle plastic missing

Fail 20 Feb 2020 67,263 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre 100v other 3 van tyres

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three

Rear body work damage

middle row middle belt buckle plastic missing

Pass 27 Nov 2018 54,294 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 54,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH fronts outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 44,088 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 34,142 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre tread has cuts

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T-porter?

Based on 3,424 MOT tests across 303 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
7,063
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 23
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OB09 LCB is a 2013 Volkswagen T-porter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen T-porter models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,296 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T-porter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OB09 LCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T-porter typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen T-porter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OB09 LCB is a 2013 Volkswagen T-porter, first registered on 16 December 2013.

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