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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB54 BUVMOT history

LB54 BUV is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 240,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
240,753 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
12,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BUV
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
27 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BUV was last recorded at 240,753 miles on 26 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,742 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
12,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,753 miles
  • 2024 – 239,295 miles
  • 2023 – 232,483 miles
  • 2022 – 224,695 miles
  • 2021 – 220,418 miles
  • 2020 – 208,851 miles
  • 2018 – 208,761 miles
  • 2016 – 199,113 miles
  • 2015 – 179,124 miles
  • 2014 – 160,639 miles
  • 2013 – 143,740 miles
  • 2012 – 120,494 miles
  • 2011 – 97,733 miles
  • 2010 – 73,133 miles
  • 2009 – 48,733 miles
  • 2008 – 22,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,753 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer sill damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,753 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    240,753 miles
    Test number
    524115429214
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail240,742 miles (+1,447)1 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,742 miles
    Test number
    847820668698
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Seat belt retracting mechanism defective MIDDLE (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended X2 (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass239,295 miles (+7)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    239,295 miles
    Test number
    910855908243
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail239,288 miles (+6,805)7 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,288 miles
    Test number
    680836329214
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass232,483 miles (+17)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    232,483 miles
    Test number
    652788250485
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail232,466 miles (+7,771)10 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,466 miles
    Test number
    553979796154
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass224,695 miles (+4,277)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    224,695 miles
    Test number
    131377098076
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear pipe. Rearmost part. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass220,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    220,418 miles
    Test number
    547648254867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail220,418 miles (+12)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,418 miles
    Test number
    783197576155
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail220,406 miles (+47)1 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,406 miles
    Test number
    506430314327
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe insecure
  11. Fail220,359 miles (+11,508)1 dangerous18 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,359 miles
    Test number
    594681244654
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to coolant leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe insecure
  12. Pass208,851 miles (+90)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    208,851 miles
    Test number
    728834483904
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components.
  13. Pass208,761 miles (+9,648)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    208,761 miles
    Test number
    152588058105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass199,113 miles (+284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    199,113 miles
    Test number
    884762339268
    • AdvisoryEngine Mounts got play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  15. Fail198,829 miles (+7,793)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,829 miles
    Test number
    104549107746
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm From edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine Mounts got play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  16. Pass191,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    191,036 miles
    Test number
    571899697753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail191,036 miles (+11,912)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,036 miles
    Test number
    968774166338
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  18. Pass179,124 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    179,124 miles
    Test number
    312092596450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail179,034 miles (+9,660)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,034 miles
    Test number
    695489004702
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass169,374 miles (+8,735)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    169,374 miles
    Test number
    846982915143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass160,639 miles (+10,593)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    160,639 miles
    Test number
    699658304312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail150,046 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,046 miles
    Test number
    598218294026
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  23. Pass150,046 miles (+6,306)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    150,046 miles
    Test number
    958008594097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass143,740 miles (+23,246)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    143,740 miles
    Test number
    146580613387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass120,494 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,494 miles
    Test number
    656406092284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail119,950 miles (+22,217)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,950 miles
    Test number
    169800492269
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
  27. Pass97,733 miles (+24,600)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    209151601368
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f wing mirror glass cracked
  28. Pass73,133 miles (+24,400)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,133 miles
    Test number
    351960380469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,733 miles (+25,761)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,733 miles
    Test number
    643770309308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,972 miles (+3,378)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,972 miles
    Test number
    390158008336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    744564548007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail19,594 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    934784548037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB54 BUV

Does LB54 BUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BUV is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BUV?
The MOT on LB54 BUV is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 BUV done?
LB54 BUV was recorded at 240,753 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 12,098 miles a year.
Has LB54 BUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BUV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 BUV 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 BUV find?
LB54 BUV passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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