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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

L55 SVWMOT history

L55 SVW is a purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

L55 SVW purple Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
171,803 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 SVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
18 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 SVW was last recorded at 171,803 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 1,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Apr 2019: 16,667 miles, lower than 164,735 miles on 4 Aug 2016.

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
170,127 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,676 miles
Average per year
2,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,803 miles
  • 2025 – 170,127 miles
  • 2023 – 170,093 miles
  • 2022 – 169,618 miles
  • 2021 – 167,657 miles
  • 2019 – 166,695 miles
  • 2016 – 164,735 miles
  • 2015 – 161,615 miles
  • 2014 – 155,724 miles
  • 2013 – 153,297 miles
  • 2012 – 149,367 miles
  • 2011 – 139,654 miles
  • 2010 – 132,289 miles
  • 2009 – 131,344 miles
  • 2008 – 129,686 miles
  • 2007 – 127,699 miles
  • 2006 – 126,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,803 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output HAZY (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure inner wing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Electrical wiring inadequately secured wing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,803 miles3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    171,803 miles
    Test number
    282462648826
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output HAZY (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail171,803 miles (+1,676)1 repaired3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,803 miles
    Test number
    313181755471
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output HAZY (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass170,127 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    170,127 miles
    Test number
    118668789206
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass170,093 miles (+475)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    170,093 miles
    Test number
    201836475758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member croaded

  5. Pass169,618 miles (+1,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,618 miles
    Test number
    421156848401
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass167,657 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    167,657 miles
    Test number
    669461353546
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure inner wing (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Electrical wiring inadequately secured wing (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  7. Fail167,657 miles (+962)3 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,657 miles
    Test number
    203805304188
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive noise / water leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure inner wing (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Electrical wiring inadequately secured wing (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  8. Pass166,695 miles (+150,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,695 miles
    Test number
    716150517892
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joint boots slightly deteriated but still prevent the ingress of dirt

  9. Fail16,667 miles (-148,068)1 dangerous10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,667 miles
    Test number
    783084243324
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured door step (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront grill missing

  10. Pass164,735 miles (+95)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    164,735 miles
    Test number
    762762761767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryStarter motor faulty.

  11. Fail164,640 miles (+3,025)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,640 miles
    Test number
    169467585953
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryStarter faulty.

  12. Pass161,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    161,615 miles
    Test number
    968962315205
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Fail161,615 miles (+5,891)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,615 miles
    Test number
    415272515297
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Pass155,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    155,724 miles
    Test number
    266581184155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail155,724 miles (+2,427)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,724 miles
    Test number
    259679674133
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass153,297 miles (+3,930)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    153,297 miles
    Test number
    705517603295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEmissions too low to register

  17. Pass149,367 miles (+9,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    149,367 miles
    Test number
    308536692194
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass139,654 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    139,654 miles
    Test number
    475874191107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail139,614 miles (+7,325)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,614 miles
    Test number
    906142991140
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass132,289 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    132,289 miles
    Test number
    792783590116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail132,217 miles (+873)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,217 miles
    Test number
    280093580162
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteFront flexis perished

  22. Pass131,344 miles (+1,658)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    131,344 miles
    Test number
    732251769297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass129,686 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    129,686 miles
    Test number
    540869048217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass127,699 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    127,699 miles
    Test number
    780248017214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass126,736 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    126,736 miles
    Test number
    992899026239
    • NoteCorrosion around windscreen. †
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs slightly corroded.
    • NoteFront tyres worn to 4mm.Legal limit 1.6mm.
    • NoteMetal brake pipes showing signs of light corrosion.
    • NoteRear servic e brake performance slightly low.
    • NoteVarious light dents in body.

Questions about L55 SVW

Does L55 SVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 SVW is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 SVW?
The MOT on L55 SVW is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 SVW done?
L55 SVW was recorded at 171,803 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 2,305 miles a year.
Has L55 SVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 SVW has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 SVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 SVW find?
L55 SVW passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 13 more.

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