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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LB54 VLGMOT history

LB54 VLG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 283,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
283,314 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
11,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VLG was last recorded at 283,314 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
283,312 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 283,314 miles
  • 2024 – 282,295 miles
  • 2023 – 280,525 miles
  • 2022 – 275,640 miles
  • 2021 – 270,030 miles
  • 2020 – 263,194 miles
  • 2019 – 262,953 miles
  • 2018 – 261,581 miles
  • 2017 – 258,988 miles
  • 2015 – 255,286 miles
  • 2014 – 236,981 miles
  • 2013 – 227,160 miles
  • 2012 – 216,206 miles
  • 2011 – 180,579 miles
  • 2010 – 148,608 miles
  • 2009 – 103,594 miles
  • 2008 – 79,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass283,314 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass283,314 miles (+2)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    283,314 miles
    Test number
    991512298871
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail283,312 miles (+1,017)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,312 miles
    Test number
    559018434348
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rubber broken/movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs on axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass282,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    282,295 miles
    Test number
    856591162438
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil 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))
  4. Fail282,295 miles (+1,770)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,295 miles
    Test number
    461797353498
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil 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))
  5. Pass280,525 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    280,525 miles
    Test number
    956987395416
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated only on headlight operation (7.8 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail280,524 miles (+4,884)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,524 miles
    Test number
    104767019894
    • 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated only on headlight operation (7.8 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass275,640 miles (+5,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    275,640 miles
    Test number
    947391220306
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on,loom damaged, pads ok
  8. Pass270,030 miles (+6,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    270,030 miles
    Test number
    333482240311
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system very corroded outer skin peeling on silencer, plus baffles rattling loose in silencer.
  9. Pass263,194 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    263,194 miles
    Test number
    525235677024
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail263,193 miles (+240)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,193 miles
    Test number
    651418139323
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass262,953 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    262,953 miles
    Test number
    520794363832
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
  12. Fail262,944 miles (+1,363)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,944 miles
    Test number
    139234601038
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
  13. Pass261,581 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    261,581 miles
    Test number
    288970816656
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Fail261,574 miles (+2,586)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,574 miles
    Test number
    224062282778
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear 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 centre not clipping in (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Pass258,988 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    258,988 miles
    Test number
    979018282118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail258,979 miles (+3,693)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,979 miles
    Test number
    261349241242
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems in drivers view removed during test
  17. Pass255,286 miles (+6,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    255,286 miles
    Test number
    703252035962
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Fail248,935 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,935 miles
    Test number
    305097215028
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise both rear inner metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box corroded
  19. Pass248,935 miles (+164)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    248,935 miles
    Test number
    348867015068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise both rear inner metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box corroded
  20. Fail248,771 miles (+11,790)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,771 miles
    Test number
    749100715088
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise both rear inner metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box corroded
  21. Pass236,981 miles (+169)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    236,981 miles
    Test number
    615058614044
    • NoteAdvise both centre and rear exhaust boxes corroded
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise front number plate cracked
    • NoteAdvise handbrake cables perished
    • NoteAdvise slight play in n/s/f anti roll bar tie rod
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack tie rods
  22. Fail236,812 miles (+9,652)1 dangerous4 failures2 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,812 miles
    Test number
    116478504439
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise both centre and rear exhaust boxes corroded
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise front number plate cracked
    • NoteAdvise handbrake cables perished
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads low
    • NoteAdvise slight play in n/s/f anti roll bar tie rod
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack tie rods
  23. Fail227,160 miles4 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,160 miles
    Test number
    135988113410
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres low on tread
    • NoteAdvise handbrake cables perished
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack
  24. Pass227,160 miles (+10,954)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    227,160 miles
    Test number
    226618513042
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres low on tread
    • NoteAdvise handbrake cables perished
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack
  25. Pass216,206 miles (+35,627)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    216,206 miles
    Test number
    238628812037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass180,579 miles (+604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    180,579 miles
    Test number
    446458131091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Fail179,975 miles (+31,367)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,975 miles
    Test number
    656042531044
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  28. Pass148,608 miles (+45,014)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    148,608 miles
    Test number
    972926850086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass103,594 miles (+24,355)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,594 miles
    Test number
    903118049021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass79,239 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    79,239 miles
    Test number
    134299358059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass77,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,614 miles
    Test number
    690227808039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 VLG

Does LB54 VLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VLG expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VLG?
The MOT on LB54 VLG expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VLG done?
LB54 VLG was recorded at 283,314 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 11,712 miles a year.
Has LB54 VLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VLG has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 VLG 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 VLG find?
LB54 VLG passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part; nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective damaged/burnt upper part, and 2 more.

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