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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LC55 ZFTMOT history

LC55 ZFT is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 143,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

LC55 ZFT black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,522 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 ZFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 ZFT was last recorded at 143,522 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 2,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2018: 64,855 miles, lower than 85,194 miles on 28 Apr 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,653 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,869 miles
Average per year
6,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,522 miles
  • 2025 – 140,653 miles
  • 2024 – 137,344 miles
  • 2023 – 134,146 miles
  • 2022 – 127,315 miles
  • 2021 – 121,534 miles
  • 2020 – 114,771 miles
  • 2019 – 106,722 miles
  • 2018 – 64,855 miles
  • 2017 – 85,194 miles
  • 2016 – 74,328 miles
  • 2015 – 67,544 miles
  • 2014 – 57,574 miles
  • 2013 – 49,238 miles
  • 2012 – 42,837 miles
  • 2011 – 36,810 miles
  • 2010 – 31,184 miles
  • 2009 – 24,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,522 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,522 miles (+2,869)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,522 miles
    Test number
    539362650610
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,653 miles (+3,309)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    140,653 miles
    Test number
    154493280695
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBack Box Corroding.
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Small Cuts In Tyres. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  3. Pass137,344 miles (+3,198)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,344 miles
    Test number
    760909090233
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16C (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass134,146 miles (+23)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,146 miles
    Test number
    141229973178
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail134,123 miles (+6,808)1 dangerous1 major6 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,123 miles
    Test number
    438316171503
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass127,315 miles (+5,781)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,315 miles
    Test number
    237941460420
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface insecure (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass121,534 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    986166881410
    • MinorNearside Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail121,534 miles (+6,763)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    180997365174
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOil on minimum

  9. Pass114,771 miles (+8,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,771 miles
    Test number
    874747675713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to wear markers
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside sill/side panel damaged

  10. Pass106,722 miles (+458)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,722 miles
    Test number
    349780914436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp lens slightly damaged

  11. Fail106,264 miles (+41,409)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,264 miles
    Test number
    626968242018
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp lens slightly damaged

  12. Pass64,855 miles (-20,339)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    945635936464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil on minimum

  13. Pass85,194 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,194 miles
    Test number
    296800489354
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail85,194 miles (+10,866)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,194 miles
    Test number
    752663179699
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass74,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,328 miles
    Test number
    703929767118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail74,328 miles (+6,784)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,328 miles
    Test number
    439178839903
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass67,544 miles (+9,970)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,544 miles
    Test number
    867146525196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,574 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    517770834156
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass57,574 miles (+8,336)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    805640434158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,238 miles
    Test number
    696287723105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,238 miles (+6,401)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,238 miles
    Test number
    776367423193
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass42,837 miles (+6,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    225546722461
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass36,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,810 miles
    Test number
    616159321123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,810 miles (+5,626)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,810 miles
    Test number
    768949221194
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass31,184 miles (+6,338)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    753121220195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass24,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,846 miles
    Test number
    901128929100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 ZFT

Does LC55 ZFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 ZFT is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC55 ZFT?
The MOT on LC55 ZFT is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 ZFT done?
LC55 ZFT was recorded at 143,522 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 6,947 miles a year.
Has LC55 ZFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 ZFT has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 ZFT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC55 ZFT find?
LC55 ZFT passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects: front headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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