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Volkswagen Crafter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,459 cc

L55 BDNMOT history

L55 BDN is a white diesel Volkswagen Crafter first used on 27 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 142,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,071 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 BDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Crafter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 BDN was last recorded at 142,071 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2011: 127 miles, lower than 60,231 miles on 7 May 2010.
  • 30 Jun 2015: 94,980 miles, lower than 127,301 miles on 16 Jun 2011.

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
141,301 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
5,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,071 miles
  • 2025 – 141,301 miles
  • 2024 – 139,463 miles
  • 2021 – 139,425 miles
  • 2020 – 131,718 miles
  • 2019 – 112,515 miles
  • 2018 – 106,426 miles
  • 2016 – 96,450 miles
  • 2015 – 94,980 miles
  • 2011 – 127,301 miles
  • 2010 – 60,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,071 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,071 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,071 miles
    Test number
    631929928878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,301 miles (+1,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,301 miles
    Test number
    799683308900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass139,463 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,463 miles
    Test number
    753664346567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass139,425 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    393854481922
    • AdvisoryFront wipers - smearing
    • AdvisoryPark brake - effort low
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints - worn

  5. Fail139,371 miles (+7,653)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,371 miles
    Test number
    195033595688
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass131,718 miles (+19,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    131,718 miles
    Test number
    497595499803
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass112,515 miles (+6,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,515 miles
    Test number
    975976552995
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass106,426 miles (+9,976)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,426 miles
    Test number
    454539912727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,450 miles
    Test number
    845769819519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,450 miles (+1,470)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,450 miles
    Test number
    628384010963
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside All position lamps not working centre marker light missing (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass94,980 miles (-32,321)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,980 miles
    Test number
    958181685135
    • NoteOff side front steering arm has slight play

  12. Pass127,301 miles (+127,174)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,301 miles
    Test number
    225347261406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127 miles (-60,104)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    127 miles
    Test number
    778667431168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,231 miles
    Test number
    202367120490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,229 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,229 miles
    Test number
    643307220128
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L55 BDN

Does L55 BDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 BDN is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 BDN?
The MOT on L55 BDN is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 BDN done?
L55 BDN was recorded at 142,071 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 5,199 miles a year.
Has L55 BDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 BDN has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L55 BDN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 BDN find?
L55 BDN passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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