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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LB54 BXFMOT history

LB54 BXF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 251,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
251,601 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
11,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BXF was last recorded at 251,601 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,588 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
11,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 251,601 miles
  • 2025 – 244,985 miles
  • 2024 – 237,298 miles
  • 2023 – 230,893 miles
  • 2022 – 230,833 miles
  • 2021 – 224,950 miles
  • 2020 – 219,294 miles
  • 2019 – 215,516 miles
  • 2018 – 209,557 miles
  • 2017 – 203,322 miles
  • 2016 – 195,633 miles
  • 2015 – 189,114 miles
  • 2014 – 182,351 miles
  • 2013 – 175,865 miles
  • 2012 – 154,687 miles
  • 2011 – 128,303 miles
  • 2010 – 96,084 miles
  • 2009 – 61,435 miles
  • 2008 – 37,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,601 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but all brakes are okRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryReverse light inopRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Both front headlamp lens faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pad warning lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front fuel cooler damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,601 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    251,601 miles
    Test number
    255255027021
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but all brakes are ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  2. Fail251,588 miles (+6,603)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,588 miles
    Test number
    940222687240
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on but all brakes are ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  3. Pass244,985 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    244,985 miles
    Test number
    622988951024
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  4. Fail244,863 miles (+7,565)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,863 miles
    Test number
    264620512134
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  5. Pass237,298 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    237,298 miles
    Test number
    974672222588
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp lens faded
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on

  6. Fail237,264 miles (+6,371)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,264 miles
    Test number
    821070333580
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp lens faded
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on

  7. Pass230,893 miles (+60)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    230,893 miles
    Test number
    198907675981
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear of main meal brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but all pads not worn to wear indicator
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer deteriorated

  8. Fail230,833 miles (+5,883)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,833 miles
    Test number
    703403614349
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear engine stabiliser mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bot rear of main corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but all pads not low
    • AdvisoryCentre exhasy silencer deteriorated

  9. Pass224,950 miles (+5,656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    224,950 miles
    Test number
    706211608997
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mount bearings starting to sieze up
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but pads not worn to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorated

  10. Pass219,294 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    219,294 miles
    Test number
    359271560309
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear exhaust in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fuel cooler damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both wheels badly corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on due to connections broken

  11. Fail219,294 miles (+3,778)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,294 miles
    Test number
    678698421845
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear exhaust in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fuel cooler damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both wheels badly corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on due to connections broken

  12. Pass215,516 miles (+5,959)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    215,516 miles
    Test number
    179042283307
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear inner pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mount bearings noisey on lock to lock check but not siezed or excessive play.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls perished but no chods exposed at time of test.
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but all pads not worn down to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorated.

  13. Pass209,557 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    209,557 miles
    Test number
    956533999101
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated but brake pads are not low

  14. Fail209,488 miles (+6,166)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,488 miles
    Test number
    463524347752
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated but brake pads are not low

  15. Pass203,322 miles (+7,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    203,322 miles
    Test number
    722694269885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass195,633 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    195,633 miles
    Test number
    133736143371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail195,619 miles (+6,505)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,619 miles
    Test number
    478132773390
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass189,114 miles (+109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    189,114 miles
    Test number
    755441545475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail189,005 miles (+6,654)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,005 miles
    Test number
    888846045223
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass182,351 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    182,351 miles
    Test number
    286459404341
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail182,298 miles (+6,433)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,298 miles
    Test number
    247338304365
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass175,865 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    175,865 miles
    Test number
    597071113305
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteFront wipers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteWindscreen has a crack but does not affect drivers view of the road

  23. Fail175,865 miles (+21,178)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,865 miles
    Test number
    316551713394
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteFront wipers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteWindscreen has a crack but does not affect drivers view of the road

  24. Pass154,687 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    154,687 miles
    Test number
    648596092203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail154,174 miles (+25,871)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,174 miles
    Test number
    535906582216
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass128,303 miles (+32,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,303 miles
    Test number
    387784481280
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass96,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,084 miles
    Test number
    120926580214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail96,084 miles (+34,649)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,084 miles
    Test number
    964906980289
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass61,435 miles (+10,462)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,435 miles
    Test number
    324590289259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,973 miles (+13,972)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,973 miles
    Test number
    141925919038
    • NoteOff side rear reflector damaged.
    • NoteOff side wiper arm hits other blade at bottom(needs adjustment).

  31. Pass37,001 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,001 miles
    Test number
    442038908084
    • NoteOff side rear reflector damaged slightly.

Questions about LB54 BXF

Does LB54 BXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 BXF is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BXF?
The MOT on LB54 BXF is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 BXF done?
LB54 BXF was recorded at 251,601 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 11,871 miles a year.
Has LB54 BXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BXF has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 BXF 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 BXF find?
LB54 BXF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pad warning light on but all brakes are ok; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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