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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

L55 AOAMOT history

L55 AOA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 242,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

L55 AOA silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
242,873 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 AOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 AOA was last recorded at 242,873 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 5,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,399 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,474 miles
Average per year
9,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,873 miles
  • 2024 – 237,399 miles
  • 2023 – 233,045 miles
  • 2022 – 227,037 miles
  • 2021 – 221,062 miles
  • 2020 – 211,464 miles
  • 2019 – 200,598 miles
  • 2018 – 188,824 miles
  • 2017 – 176,526 miles
  • 2016 – 161,260 miles
  • 2015 – 149,181 miles
  • 2014 – 139,809 miles
  • 2013 – 131,223 miles
  • 2012 – 120,407 miles
  • 2011 – 110,434 miles
  • 2010 – 103,006 miles
  • 2009 – 96,495 miles
  • 2008 – 82,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,873 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Both rear handbrake cables corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak noted from engine under neath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,873 miles (+5,474)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    242,873 miles
    Test number
    417990116011
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass237,399 miles (+4,354)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    237,399 miles
    Test number
    660304114508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass233,045 miles (+6,008)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    233,045 miles
    Test number
    309133053904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass227,037 miles (+5,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    227,037 miles
    Test number
    653250018389
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust central & back box corroded

  5. Pass221,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    221,062 miles
    Test number
    293680541772
    • AdvisoryBoth rear handbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted from engine under neath

  6. Fail221,062 miles (+9,598)2 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,062 miles
    Test number
    759561276439
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated chaffed and splitting apart (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear handbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted from engine under neath

  7. Pass211,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    211,464 miles
    Test number
    407798943535
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Fail211,464 miles (+10,866)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,464 miles
    Test number
    963925556260
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose at rear

  9. Pass200,598 miles (+11,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,598 miles
    Test number
    350825507177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp aim slightly to right
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear very slight run out on rear brake
    • AdvisorySlight free movement in both sides front steering arms into rack

  10. Pass188,824 miles (+12,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    188,824 miles
    Test number
    797091228223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bottom ball joint dust cover slightly split apart
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower arm inner bush weak slight free movement
    • AdvisoryRear number plate showing white light slightly to rear

  11. Pass176,526 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    176,526 miles
    Test number
    748028220146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail176,523 miles (+15,263)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,523 miles
    Test number
    546598369607
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass161,260 miles (+12,079)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    161,260 miles
    Test number
    787352044312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass149,181 miles (+9,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    149,181 miles
    Test number
    316432373862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion metal brake pipe to flex

  15. Pass139,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    139,809 miles
    Test number
    146458124236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail139,809 miles (+8,586)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,809 miles
    Test number
    806528024263
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass131,223 miles (+10,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    131,223 miles
    Test number
    415564833250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,407 miles (+9,973)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,407 miles
    Test number
    177320332240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing to centres

  19. Pass110,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    110,434 miles
    Test number
    345520231207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,434 miles (+7,428)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,434 miles
    Test number
    587760231272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  21. Pass103,006 miles (+6,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,006 miles
    Test number
    162502030294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass96,495 miles (+13,591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    96,495 miles
    Test number
    541265919291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    82,904 miles
    Test number
    231055438232
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L55 AOA

Does L55 AOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 AOA is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 AOA?
The MOT on L55 AOA is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 AOA done?
L55 AOA was recorded at 242,873 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 9,295 miles a year.
Has L55 AOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 AOA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L55 AOA 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 L55 AOA find?
L55 AOA passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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