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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

LB56 KUGMOT history

LB56 KUG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 260,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
260,304 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 KUG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 KUG was last recorded at 260,304 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 8,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,656 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,648 miles
Average per year
11,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 260,304 miles
  • 2024 – 251,656 miles
  • 2023 – 240,975 miles
  • 2022 – 231,530 miles
  • 2021 – 220,279 miles
  • 2020 – 212,255 miles
  • 2019 – 201,913 miles
  • 2018 – 191,984 miles
  • 2017 – 181,556 miles
  • 2016 – 169,127 miles
  • 2015 – 156,455 miles
  • 2014 – 144,868 miles
  • 2013 – 132,320 miles
  • 2012 – 122,264 miles
  • 2011 – 106,314 miles
  • 2010 – 89,149 miles
  • 2009 – 68,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,304 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,304 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    260,304 miles
    Test number
    664200604684
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail260,304 miles (+8,648)5 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,304 miles
    Test number
    223880452015
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass251,656 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    251,656 miles
    Test number
    109529201568
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector not facing the rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail251,265 miles (+10,290)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,265 miles
    Test number
    309300977462
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded frront to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector not facing the rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass240,975 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    240,975 miles
    Test number
    625203721233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail240,973 miles (+9,443)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,973 miles
    Test number
    639612590812
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass231,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    231,530 miles
    Test number
    479157339220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail231,530 miles (+11,251)3 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,530 miles
    Test number
    545509716655
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass220,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    220,279 miles
    Test number
    339796345252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail220,276 miles (+8,021)2 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,276 miles
    Test number
    564142145970
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass212,255 miles (+10,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    212,255 miles
    Test number
    546111192884
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass201,913 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    201,913 miles
    Test number
    964479402764
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail201,913 miles (+9,929)4 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,913 miles
    Test number
    167120922440
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass191,984 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    191,984 miles
    Test number
    592994768900
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail191,984 miles (+10,428)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,984 miles
    Test number
    506739792000
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass181,556 miles (+12,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    181,556 miles
    Test number
    987341285623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass169,127 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    169,127 miles
    Test number
    701297073970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront windows tinted

  18. Fail169,127 miles (+12,672)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,127 miles
    Test number
    109164233982
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront windows tinted

  19. Pass156,455 miles (+11,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,455 miles
    Test number
    903119663400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear miss shaped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail144,868 miles2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,868 miles
    Test number
    848472874257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass144,868 miles (+12,548)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,868 miles
    Test number
    985482074292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass132,320 miles (+10,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    132,320 miles
    Test number
    698654213202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass122,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    122,264 miles
    Test number
    458634642235
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has nail in tread

  24. Fail122,264 miles (+15,950)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,264 miles
    Test number
    488944042249
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has nail in tread

  25. Pass106,314 miles (+17,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,314 miles
    Test number
    976969201254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise slight damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

  26. Pass89,149 miles (+20,528)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,149 miles
    Test number
    230903850424
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront inner brake pads getting low

  27. Pass68,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,621 miles
    Test number
    300773919164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 KUG

Does LB56 KUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 KUG is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 KUG?
The MOT on LB56 KUG is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 KUG done?
LB56 KUG was recorded at 260,304 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 11,561 miles a year.
Has LB56 KUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 KUG has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 KUG 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 KUG find?
LB56 KUG passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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