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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LB56 BDZMOT history

LB56 BDZ is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 203,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
203,051 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 BDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 BDZ was last recorded at 203,051 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,923 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
9,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,051 miles
  • 2025 – 195,828 miles
  • 2023 – 190,842 miles
  • 2022 – 176,278 miles
  • 2021 – 167,212 miles
  • 2020 – 158,701 miles
  • 2019 – 154,366 miles
  • 2018 – 149,982 miles
  • 2017 – 146,942 miles
  • 2016 – 143,716 miles
  • 2015 – 140,802 miles
  • 2014 – 138,348 miles
  • 2013 – 134,370 miles
  • 2012 – 111,667 miles
  • 2011 – 93,720 miles
  • 2010 – 76,565 miles
  • 2009 – 54,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,051 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,051 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    203,051 miles
    Test number
    529747165251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail202,923 miles (+7,095)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,923 miles
    Test number
    112861602393
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass195,828 miles (+4,986)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,828 miles
    Test number
    267205953210
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass190,842 miles (+14,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    190,842 miles
    Test number
    668868525932
    • 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))

  5. Pass176,278 miles (+9,066)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    176,278 miles
    Test number
    669220517082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass167,212 miles (+8,511)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,212 miles
    Test number
    855930371636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass158,701 miles (+4,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    158,701 miles
    Test number
    772975551297
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass154,366 miles (+4,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,366 miles
    Test number
    747894871175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass149,982 miles (+3,040)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    149,982 miles
    Test number
    917439089394
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside both tyres cracking but not showing tyre cords yet
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass146,942 miles (+3,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    146,942 miles
    Test number
    709179487778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass143,716 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    143,716 miles
    Test number
    838055211775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,802 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    140,802 miles
    Test number
    449011929377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,348 miles (+3,978)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    138,348 miles
    Test number
    809846014365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,370 miles (+22,703)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    134,370 miles
    Test number
    638837813317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,667 miles (+17,947)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    111,667 miles
    Test number
    128646422308
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Pass93,720 miles (+17,155)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,720 miles
    Test number
    139100821364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,565 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,565 miles
    Test number
    104504810384
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  18. Pass76,565 miles (+21,964)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,565 miles
    Test number
    903454710306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    820441829321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 BDZ

Does LB56 BDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 BDZ is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 BDZ?
The MOT on LB56 BDZ is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 BDZ done?
LB56 BDZ was recorded at 203,051 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 9,175 miles a year.
Has LB56 BDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 BDZ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 BDZ 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 LB56 BDZ find?
LB56 BDZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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