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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,895 cc

LB54 BWYMOT history

LB54 BWY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 178,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
178,378 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BWY was last recorded at 178,378 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,378 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,378 miles
  • 2025 – 172,627 miles
  • 2024 – 168,492 miles
  • 2023 – 150,192 miles
  • 2022 – 136,637 miles
  • 2021 – 127,359 miles
  • 2020 – 124,966 miles
  • 2019 – 120,708 miles
  • 2018 – 116,430 miles
  • 2017 – 111,019 miles
  • 2016 – 106,265 miles
  • 2015 – 101,178 miles
  • 2014 – 96,474 miles
  • 2013 – 89,365 miles
  • 2012 – 84,059 miles
  • 2011 – 79,790 miles
  • 2010 – 74,912 miles
  • 2009 – 70,088 miles
  • 2008 – 70,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,378 miles
  • MinorRear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has playRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,378 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    178,378 miles
    Test number
    962268984613
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has play

  2. Fail178,378 miles (+5,751)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,378 miles
    Test number
    844327332536
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has play

  3. Pass172,627 miles (+25)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    172,627 miles
    Test number
    151581987182
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail172,602 miles (+4,110)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,602 miles
    Test number
    955395053927
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass168,492 miles (+18,300)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    168,492 miles
    Test number
    375800236404
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass150,192 miles (+13,555)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,192 miles
    Test number
    238188284048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass136,637 miles (+9,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    136,637 miles
    Test number
    662373364240
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,359 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,359 miles
    Test number
    292880718450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,358 miles (+2,392)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,358 miles
    Test number
    528629781156
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass124,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,966 miles
    Test number
    850189576829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,966 miles (+4,258)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,966 miles
    Test number
    668848705387
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass120,708 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,708 miles
    Test number
    281473885482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on tread and tread is damaged / deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear low on tread and tread is damaged / deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail120,702 miles (+4,272)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,702 miles
    Test number
    656404123403
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on tread and tread is damaged / deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear low on tread and tread is damaged / deteriorating (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass116,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,430 miles
    Test number
    636208400140
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber in poor condition

  15. Fail116,430 miles (+5,411)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,430 miles
    Test number
    600334321040
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has large nail/bolt in tread

  16. Pass111,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,019 miles
    Test number
    697215261966
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake hose cracked /split to the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers in poor condition and feel bouncy

  17. Fail111,019 miles (+4,754)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,019 miles
    Test number
    822620322717
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure blade coming apart (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake hose cracked /split to the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers in poor condition and feel bouncy

  18. Pass106,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    519754211706
    • AdvisoryBOTH front lower suspension arm,s rear mounting bushes appear to be deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber is leaking

  19. Fail106,265 miles (+5,087)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    169465709269
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush worn (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush worn (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBOTH front lower suspension arm,s rear mounting bushes appear to be deteriorating
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt webbing is fraying
    • AdvisoryOffside front indicator bulb colour is discolouring
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber is leaking

  20. Pass101,178 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,178 miles
    Test number
    304685068734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail101,174 miles (+4,700)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,174 miles
    Test number
    775044234086
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass96,474 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,474 miles
    Test number
    339902524384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail96,427 miles (+7,062)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,427 miles
    Test number
    826092514300
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  24. Pass89,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    548625133117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail89,361 miles (+5,302)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    945825033177
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  26. Pass84,059 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,059 miles
    Test number
    178368932133
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses perishing.
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link top joint boot starting tp split.
    • NotePower steering belt slipping slightly.

  27. Fail84,056 miles (+4,266)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,056 miles
    Test number
    179198832103
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses perishing.
    • NoteOffside front anti roll bar link top joint boot starting to split.
    • NotePower steering belt slipping slightly.

  28. Pass79,790 miles (+4,878)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,790 miles
    Test number
    458918601176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAir bag warning light permently on.

  29. Pass74,912 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    984206410170
    • NoteSlight play in n/s end of rack

  30. Fail74,909 miles (+4,821)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    734376510118
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side headlamp aim on lower limit.
    • NoteSlight play in near side of steering rack.

  31. Pass70,088 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,088 miles
    Test number
    274669519416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass70,064 miles (+12)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    434931829050
    • NoteWINDSCREEN VERY BADLY CRACKED ON NEAR SIDE OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA.
    • NoteNearr side front anti roll bar link has small amount of play in top ball joint.
    • NoteRear inner brake pads worn to the limit.

  33. Fail70,052 miles (+17,473)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,052 miles
    Test number
    362988758312
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • FailureRear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • Note!!!WINDSCREEN VERY BADLY CRACKED ON NEAR SIDE BUT STILL OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA AT TIME OF TEST.!!!
    • NoteREAR INNER BRAKE PADS LOOK TO BE LOW.

  34. Pass52,579 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,579 miles
    Test number
    760374408012
    • NoteWINDSCREEN VERY BADLY CRACKED ON NEAR SIDE JUST MISSING THE EDGE OF THE SWEPT AREA(BUT WILL NEED REPLACMENT SOON)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low and warning lamp on.

Questions about LB54 BWY

Does LB54 BWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BWY is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BWY?
The MOT on LB54 BWY is valid until 14 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 BWY done?
LB54 BWY was recorded at 178,378 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 6,728 miles a year.
Has LB54 BWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BWY has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 BWY 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 BWY find?
LB54 BWY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear reflector not red in colour; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front inner tie rod has play.

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