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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB55 GAOMOT history

LB55 GAO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 214,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
214,027 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
8,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GAO was last recorded at 214,027 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,022 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,027 miles
  • 2025 – 200,656 miles
  • 2024 – 189,062 miles
  • 2023 – 178,466 miles
  • 2022 – 167,722 miles
  • 2021 – 157,653 miles
  • 2020 – 145,298 miles
  • 2019 – 140,326 miles
  • 2018 – 135,506 miles
  • 2016 – 125,420 miles
  • 2015 – 116,834 miles
  • 2014 – 109,519 miles
  • 2013 – 101,380 miles
  • 2012 – 92,940 miles
  • 2011 – 81,598 miles
  • 2010 – 74,418 miles
  • 2009 – 70,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,027 miles
  • AdvisoryO/s front top mount very noisey upon turningRecorded 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.

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,027 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    214,027 miles
    Test number
    581254878329
    • AdvisoryO/s front top mount very noisey upon turning

  2. Fail214,022 miles (+13,366)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,022 miles
    Test number
    139740552604
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s front top mount very noisey upon turning

  3. Pass200,656 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    200,656 miles
    Test number
    831947286365
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail200,655 miles (+11,593)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,655 miles
    Test number
    273585841348
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass189,062 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    189,062 miles
    Test number
    638161500651
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer securing clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail189,062 miles (+10,596)6 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,062 miles
    Test number
    700691283499
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak turbo pipe fell off (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer securing clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass178,466 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,466 miles
    Test number
    903280712073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay/noise in both front top mounts

  8. Fail178,466 miles (+10,744)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,466 miles
    Test number
    179253716823
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay/noise in both front top mounts

  9. Pass167,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,722 miles
    Test number
    275043159233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front hub area

  10. Fail167,722 miles (+10,069)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,722 miles
    Test number
    971041850074
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front hub area

  11. Pass157,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    157,653 miles
    Test number
    458207351016
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  12. Fail157,653 miles (+12,355)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,653 miles
    Test number
    458082742130
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foreward mounted bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  13. Pass145,298 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    145,298 miles
    Test number
    897104273896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail145,296 miles (+4,970)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,296 miles
    Test number
    908712458136
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/r16c (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass140,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    140,326 miles
    Test number
    751736711860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail140,326 miles (+4,820)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,326 miles
    Test number
    797074993911
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  17. Pass135,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,506 miles
    Test number
    912404371544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail135,506 miles (+10,086)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,506 miles
    Test number
    684977143230
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass125,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    981209997879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail125,420 miles (+8,586)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    814356146842
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass116,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,834 miles
    Test number
    571305276435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail116,834 miles (+7,315)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,834 miles
    Test number
    648669679515
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

  23. Pass109,519 miles (+8,139)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,519 miles
    Test number
    745856354359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass101,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    101,380 miles
    Test number
    629333553391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail101,380 miles (+8,440)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,380 miles
    Test number
    359083353386
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass92,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,940 miles
    Test number
    969755652312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,940 miles (+11,342)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,940 miles
    Test number
    958315052345
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  28. Pass81,598 miles (+7,180)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    81,598 miles
    Test number
    489136151475
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  29. Pass74,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    74,418 miles
    Test number
    331481420066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail74,418 miles (+4,196)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,418 miles
    Test number
    621871920006
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass70,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,222 miles
    Test number
    184796409499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 GAO

Does LB55 GAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 GAO is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GAO?
The MOT on LB55 GAO is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 GAO done?
LB55 GAO was recorded at 214,027 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 8,142 miles a year.
Has LB55 GAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GAO has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 GAO 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 GAO find?
LB55 GAO passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: o/s front top mount very noisey upon turning.

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