Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,895 cc

LB55 GBXMOT history

LB55 GBX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 193,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
193,514 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
8,874 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB55 GBX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GBX was last recorded at 193,514 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,514 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,514 miles
  • 2025 – 190,273 miles
  • 2024 – 186,413 miles
  • 2023 – 183,879 miles
  • 2022 – 181,333 miles
  • 2021 – 172,430 miles
  • 2020 – 160,592 miles
  • 2019 – 158,329 miles
  • 2018 – 156,231 miles
  • 2017 – 154,299 miles
  • 2016 – 151,971 miles
  • 2015 – 128,307 miles
  • 2013 – 118,511 miles
  • 2012 – 106,093 miles
  • 2011 – 90,275 miles
  • 2010 – 72,795 miles
  • 2009 – 40,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,514 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • EXHAUST RUSTY

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 5 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,514 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    193,514 miles
    Test number
    931883603649
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail193,514 miles (+3,241)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,514 miles
    Test number
    776821567003
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Not retracting (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass190,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,273 miles
    Test number
    617064674924
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer provides fluid but minimal
  4. Fail190,273 miles (+3,860)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,273 miles
    Test number
    964790850747
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer provides fluid but minimal
  5. Pass186,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    186,413 miles
    Test number
    684390936521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail186,413 miles (+2,534)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,413 miles
    Test number
    561664412720
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CORD SHOWING (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury BUMPER TRIM (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST RUSTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass183,879 miles (+2,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    183,879 miles
    Test number
    992726816264
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass181,333 miles (+507)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    181,333 miles
    Test number
    270225560696
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
  9. Fail180,826 miles (+8,396)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,826 miles
    Test number
    501404270298
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction items on dash etc (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
  10. Pass172,430 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,430 miles
    Test number
    718649299010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail172,333 miles (+11,741)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,333 miles
    Test number
    294769498529
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  12. Pass160,592 miles (+173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    160,592 miles
    Test number
    298077759509
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty but not blowing
  13. Fail160,419 miles (+2,090)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,419 miles
    Test number
    600268966838
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty but not blowing
  14. Pass158,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,329 miles
    Test number
    229516515686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  15. Fail158,329 miles (+2,098)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,329 miles
    Test number
    554930296612
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  16. Pass156,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    156,231 miles
    Test number
    185041729531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  17. Fail156,231 miles (+1,932)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,231 miles
    Test number
    811158393791
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  18. Pass154,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    154,299 miles
    Test number
    410583623260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail154,299 miles (+2,328)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,299 miles
    Test number
    587485636127
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass151,971 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    179096502218
    • AdvisoryCentral engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
  21. Fail151,971 miles (+9,708)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    181135634015
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
  22. Pass142,263 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    142,263 miles
    Test number
    833085036352
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Fail142,258 miles (+13,951)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,258 miles
    Test number
    571405621427
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass128,307 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    128,307 miles
    Test number
    548207005027
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  25. Fail128,307 miles (+9,796)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,307 miles
    Test number
    825106305093
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  26. Pass118,511 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    515673233364
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  27. Fail118,511 miles (+12,418)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    719733733304
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  28. Pass106,093 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    106,093 miles
    Test number
    876592752359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,786 miles (+15,511)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,786 miles
    Test number
    878215042302
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  30. Pass90,275 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,275 miles
    Test number
    625124141330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,198 miles (+17,403)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,198 miles
    Test number
    367807231375
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  32. Pass72,795 miles (+14,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,795 miles
    Test number
    483175240389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  33. Pass58,298 miles (+17,895)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    470555110075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass40,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,403 miles
    Test number
    190305109446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail40,403 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,403 miles
    Test number
    631485909043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 GBX

Does LB55 GBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 GBX is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GBX?
The MOT on LB55 GBX is valid until 13 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 GBX done?
LB55 GBX was recorded at 193,514 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 8,874 miles a year.
Has LB55 GBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GBX has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 GBX 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 GBX find?
LB55 GBX passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

Browse all LB55G registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.