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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

L55 YKEMOT history

L55 YKE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L55 YKE silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
147,791 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 YKE was last recorded at 147,791 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,694 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
8,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,791 miles
  • 2025 – 134,181 miles
  • 2024 – 121,273 miles
  • 2023 – 117,699 miles
  • 2022 – 116,724 miles
  • 2021 – 114,803 miles
  • 2020 – 112,625 miles
  • 2019 – 109,330 miles
  • 2018 – 109,329 miles
  • 2016 – 79,900 miles
  • 2015 – 53,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,791 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Under body covers fitted some parts and structure are obscured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Front Fuel hose corroded top of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,791 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    147,791 miles
    Test number
    705658062825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail147,694 miles (+13,513)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    317131703059
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass134,181 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    134,181 miles
    Test number
    691924898367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,160 miles (+12,887)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,160 miles
    Test number
    497309358369
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass121,273 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,273 miles
    Test number
    903451596442
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail121,251 miles (+3,552)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,251 miles
    Test number
    958026480774
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass117,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,699 miles
    Test number
    963715004627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,699 miles (+975)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,699 miles
    Test number
    340360901958
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass116,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,724 miles
    Test number
    627111056344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,724 miles (+1,921)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,724 miles
    Test number
    765809589973
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass114,803 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,803 miles
    Test number
    622056196209
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipe corroded and swollen on engine to the fuelrail
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted parts and structure are obscured

  12. Fail114,803 miles (+2,178)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,803 miles
    Test number
    774351138274
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipe corroded and swollen on engine to the fuelrail
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted parts and structure are obscured

  13. Pass112,625 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,625 miles
    Test number
    796317279085
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose corroded top of engine (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts and structure are obscured

  14. Fail112,624 miles (+3,294)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,624 miles
    Test number
    218741123476
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel hose corroded top of engine (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts and structure are obscured

  15. Pass109,330 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    777487387484
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroded on the engine
    • AdvisoryOrange oil can light on
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts and structure are obscured

  16. Fail109,330 miles (+1)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    360927878952
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroded on the engine
    • AdvisoryOrange oil can light on
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts and structure are obscured

  17. Pass109,329 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,329 miles
    Test number
    379212534905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil had to be filled prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts obscured

  18. Fail109,329 miles (+29,429)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,329 miles
    Test number
    972359638509
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil had to be filled prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted some parts obscured

  19. Pass79,900 miles (+26,032)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,900 miles
    Test number
    402738547033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,868 miles
    Test number
    716637867603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 YKE

Does L55 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 YKE is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 YKE?
The MOT on L55 YKE is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 YKE done?
L55 YKE was recorded at 147,791 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 8,483 miles a year.
Has L55 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 YKE has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 YKE 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 YKE find?
L55 YKE passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge.

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