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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

LR54 EXVMOT history

LR54 EXV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 178,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

LR54 EXV silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
178,494 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 EXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 EXV was last recorded at 178,494 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 1,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,045 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,449 miles
Average per year
7,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,494 miles
  • 2024 – 177,045 miles
  • 2023 – 175,010 miles
  • 2022 – 173,343 miles
  • 2021 – 172,852 miles
  • 2020 – 171,987 miles
  • 2019 – 171,528 miles
  • 2018 – 168,098 miles
  • 2017 – 163,549 miles
  • 2016 – 158,506 miles
  • 2015 – 152,456 miles
  • 2014 – 146,066 miles
  • 2013 – 131,057 miles
  • 2012 – 115,384 miles
  • 2011 – 100,841 miles
  • 2010 – 86,516 miles
  • 2009 – 73,873 miles
  • 2008 – 55,147 miles
  • 2007 – 38,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,494 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Center and rear exhaust silencers corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,494 miles (+1,449)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    178,494 miles
    Test number
    382423420772
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass177,045 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    177,045 miles
    Test number
    923787387273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail177,040 miles (+2,030)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,040 miles
    Test number
    584097652589
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass175,010 miles (+1,667)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    175,010 miles
    Test number
    103977901452
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

  5. Pass173,343 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    173,343 miles
    Test number
    677690160891
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  6. Fail173,343 miles (+491)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,343 miles
    Test number
    418582093240
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  7. Pass172,852 miles (+865)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,852 miles
    Test number
    943360524488
    • 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  8. Pass171,987 miles (+459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,987 miles
    Test number
    138968358810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  9. Pass171,528 miles (+3,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,528 miles
    Test number
    200421746893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  10. Pass168,098 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    168,098 miles
    Test number
    504608356241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  11. Fail168,098 miles (+4,549)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,098 miles
    Test number
    284954328359
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  12. Pass163,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    163,549 miles
    Test number
    734917945889
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  13. Fail163,549 miles (+5,043)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,549 miles
    Test number
    580865100685
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  14. Pass158,506 miles (+6,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    158,506 miles
    Test number
    685443406989
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake binding slightly

  15. Pass152,456 miles (+6,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    152,456 miles
    Test number
    889699969276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn uneven & perishing
    • AdvisoryMiddle & rear exhaust box outer layer corroded

  16. Pass146,066 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    146,066 miles
    Test number
    116425944350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  17. Fail146,066 miles (+15,009)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,066 miles
    Test number
    915635444331
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust silencers corroded

  18. Pass131,057 miles (+15,673)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    131,057 miles
    Test number
    277725163372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass115,384 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,384 miles
    Test number
    116806062341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorating

  20. Fail115,384 miles (+14,543)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,384 miles
    Test number
    698736662388
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorating

  21. Pass100,841 miles (+14,325)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    100,841 miles
    Test number
    756677141327
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and wearing on inner edge of tyre tread

  22. Pass86,516 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    86,516 miles
    Test number
    681468740374
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to p/s front outer -- visual only on seat belts.
    • NoteP/s front tyre slightly worn on inner shoulder.

  23. Fail86,516 miles (+12,643)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,516 miles
    Test number
    911608440353
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to p/s front outer -- visual only on seat belts.
    • NoteP/s front tyre slightly worn on inner shoulder.

  24. Pass73,873 miles (+18,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    510350859363
    • NoteO s f tyre worn on inner edge of tyre tread

  25. Pass55,147 miles (+4,894)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,147 miles
    Test number
    891284868312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a cut in side wall

  26. Pass50,253 miles (+11,877)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,253 miles
    Test number
    842913138100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,376 miles
    Test number
    443488807297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 EXV

Does LR54 EXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 EXV is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR54 EXV?
The MOT on LR54 EXV is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 EXV done?
LR54 EXV was recorded at 178,494 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 7,604 miles a year.
Has LR54 EXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 EXV has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR54 EXV 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 LR54 EXV find?
LR54 EXV passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both front; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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