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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB54 BUUMOT history

LB54 BUU is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 150,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,849 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BUU was last recorded at 150,849 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 5,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,274 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,575 miles
Average per year
6,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,849 miles
  • 2025 – 145,274 miles
  • 2024 – 138,797 miles
  • 2023 – 132,609 miles
  • 2022 – 122,822 miles
  • 2021 – 113,239 miles
  • 2020 – 104,950 miles
  • 2019 – 100,680 miles
  • 2018 – 95,616 miles
  • 2017 – 90,511 miles
  • 2016 – 85,624 miles
  • 2015 – 75,201 miles
  • 2013 – 74,752 miles
  • 2012 – 67,288 miles
  • 2011 – 58,755 miles
  • 2010 – 53,048 miles
  • 2009 – 40,243 miles
  • 2008 – 29,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,849 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM AT LOWEST POINT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension coil spring rubber mounting cup missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,849 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,849 miles
    Test number
    400247907940
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail150,849 miles (+5,575)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,849 miles
    Test number
    307678863534
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,274 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    145,274 miles
    Test number
    655032000007
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront sidelights slightly brighter than normal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and Transmission have a minor oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  4. Fail145,274 miles (+6,477)1 dangerous3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,274 miles
    Test number
    291439152860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront sidelights slightly brighter than normal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and Transmission have a minor oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  5. Pass138,797 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    138,797 miles
    Test number
    706022908448
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  6. Fail138,789 miles (+6,180)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,789 miles
    Test number
    377014119494
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  7. Pass132,609 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,609 miles
    Test number
    303167790598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM AT LOWEST POINT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension coil spring rubber mounting cup missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM AT LOWEST POINT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail132,609 miles (+9,787)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,609 miles
    Test number
    638458754578
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM AT LOWEST POINT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension coil spring rubber mounting cup missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM AT LOWEST POINT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass122,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,822 miles
    Test number
    103151248962
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail122,822 miles (+9,583)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,822 miles
    Test number
    608058307322
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass113,239 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,239 miles
    Test number
    971747690734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,236 miles (+8,286)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    740410838368
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material is starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryThe spare tyre is soft

  13. Pass104,950 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,950 miles
    Test number
    577985761175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,939 miles (+4,259)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,939 miles
    Test number
    690205551870
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv gaiter perishing

  15. Pass100,680 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,680 miles
    Test number
    150914052825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,677 miles (+5,061)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,677 miles
    Test number
    874079935206
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass95,616 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,616 miles
    Test number
    266610733529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,511 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,511 miles
    Test number
    695863344073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad worn very low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked

  19. Fail90,510 miles (+4,886)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,510 miles
    Test number
    207294542834
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad worn very low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked

  20. Pass85,624 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,624 miles
    Test number
    781633839378
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Fail85,624 miles (+10,423)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,624 miles
    Test number
    628684652740
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass75,201 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    609036825061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,752 miles (+7,464)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    495515453290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,288 miles
    Test number
    178275712275
    • 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)

  25. Fail67,288 miles (+8,533)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,288 miles
    Test number
    849343912263
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • 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)

  26. Pass58,755 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,755 miles
    Test number
    426142071126
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO WEAR ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteSLIGHT DANAGE TO OFFSIDE MIRROR

  27. Fail58,755 miles (+5,707)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,755 miles
    Test number
    226581471475
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO WEAR ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteSLIGHT DANAGE TO OFFSIDE MIRROR

  28. Pass53,048 miles (+12,805)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,048 miles
    Test number
    954674840201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,243 miles (+11,156)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,243 miles
    Test number
    144345709122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,087 miles (+130)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,087 miles
    Test number
    594828278070
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in spare tyre

  31. Pass28,957 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,957 miles
    Test number
    123737338096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail28,956 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,956 miles
    Test number
    810145238088
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 BUU

Does LB54 BUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BUU is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BUU?
The MOT on LB54 BUU is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 BUU done?
LB54 BUU was recorded at 150,849 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 6,550 miles a year.
Has LB54 BUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BUU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 BUU 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 LB54 BUU find?
LB54 BUU passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive.

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