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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LB55 FZSMOT history

LB55 FZS is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 227,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
227,725 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 FZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 FZS was last recorded at 227,725 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 5,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,345 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,380 miles
Average per year
11,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,725 miles
  • 2025 – 222,345 miles
  • 2024 – 215,904 miles
  • 2023 – 210,785 miles
  • 2022 – 207,343 miles
  • 2021 – 204,560 miles
  • 2019 – 200,688 miles
  • 2018 – 180,474 miles
  • 2017 – 162,052 miles
  • 2016 – 140,411 miles
  • 2015 – 96,103 miles
  • 2014 – 74,667 miles
  • 2013 – 60,298 miles
  • 2012 – 54,612 miles
  • 2010 – 47,823 miles
  • 2009 – 41,584 miles
  • 2008 – 33,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,725 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Corrosion to exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Both rear tyres are becoming more worn on the inside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass227,725 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    227,725 miles
    Test number
    451499455301
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail227,216 miles (+4,871)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,216 miles
    Test number
    438670745985
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass222,345 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    222,345 miles
    Test number
    949672510205
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust

  4. Fail222,340 miles (+6,436)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,340 miles
    Test number
    747967477718
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust

  5. Pass215,904 miles (+5,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    215,904 miles
    Test number
    608690535125
    • 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))

  6. Pass210,785 miles (+3,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,785 miles
    Test number
    372223028429
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust

  7. Pass207,343 miles (+2,783)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    207,343 miles
    Test number
    613397664771
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass204,560 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    204,560 miles
    Test number
    354804601447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass200,688 miles (+20,214)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    200,688 miles
    Test number
    102787107256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass180,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    180,474 miles
    Test number
    847352434684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail180,474 miles (+18,422)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,474 miles
    Test number
    442281328592
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass162,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    162,052 miles
    Test number
    732840748247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,052 miles (+21,641)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,052 miles
    Test number
    657619801546
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass140,411 miles (+20,167)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    140,411 miles
    Test number
    513417771981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,244 miles
    Test number
    498920333999
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are becoming more worn on the inside edges
    • 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)

  16. Fail120,244 miles (+24,141)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,244 miles
    Test number
    346908889294
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are becoming more worn on the inside edges
    • 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)

  17. Fail96,103 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,103 miles
    Test number
    546506925082
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass96,103 miles (+21,436)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    96,103 miles
    Test number
    978526325027
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass74,667 miles (+14,369)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,667 miles
    Test number
    265613924024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass60,298 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    106020713059
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail60,298 miles (+5,686)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    899409803095
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass54,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    118106702400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  23. Fail54,612 miles (+6,789)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    195826402463
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  24. Pass47,823 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    714482040345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    670761449327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,584 miles (+8,290)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    631578039376
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  27. Pass33,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    843153148320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB55 FZS

Does LB55 FZS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 FZS is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 FZS?
The MOT on LB55 FZS is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 FZS done?
LB55 FZS was recorded at 227,725 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 11,217 miles a year.
Has LB55 FZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 FZS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 FZS 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 LB55 FZS find?
LB55 FZS passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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