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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LR55 BVZMOT history

LR55 BVZ is a purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 217,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LR55 BVZ purple Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
217,735 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 BVZ was last recorded at 217,735 miles on 6 May 2026, 2,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,139 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,596 miles
Average per year
8,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,735 miles
  • 2025 – 215,139 miles
  • 2024 – 213,847 miles
  • 2023 – 210,660 miles
  • 2022 – 206,764 miles
  • 2021 – 201,313 miles
  • 2019 – 194,308 miles
  • 2018 – 191,016 miles
  • 2017 – 184,214 miles
  • 2015 – 178,123 miles
  • 2014 – 170,808 miles
  • 2013 – 165,657 miles
  • 2012 – 155,772 miles
  • 2011 – 130,780 miles
  • 2010 – 105,485 miles
  • 2009 – 85,191 miles
  • 2008 – 57,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,735 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join + back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,735 miles (+2,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    217,735 miles
    Test number
    414497821114
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join + back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass215,139 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    215,139 miles
    Test number
    587287943061
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail215,134 miles (+1,287)12 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,134 miles
    Test number
    540485544313
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,847 miles (+3,187)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    213,847 miles
    Test number
    378289128060
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass210,660 miles (+70)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,660 miles
    Test number
    382894029469
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (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))

  6. Fail210,590 miles (+3,826)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,590 miles
    Test number
    207289717904
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Electric hookup wiring (4.11 (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))

  7. Pass206,764 miles (+5,451)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    206,764 miles
    Test number
    395554659065
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Live wire on subframe (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded but not excessively

  8. Pass201,313 miles (+7,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    201,313 miles
    Test number
    420781157357
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass194,308 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    194,308 miles
    Test number
    457338612669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass191,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    191,016 miles
    Test number
    897023618695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail191,016 miles (+6,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,016 miles
    Test number
    714110053545
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass184,214 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    184,214 miles
    Test number
    188518618798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail184,213 miles (+6,090)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,213 miles
    Test number
    136098214222
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass178,123 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    178,123 miles
    Test number
    575531565875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose outer cover cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail178,123 miles (+7,315)5 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,123 miles
    Test number
    504937940447
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cord showing (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure wrongly routed (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose outer cover cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass170,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    170,808 miles
    Test number
    238441214362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail170,808 miles (+5,151)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,808 miles
    Test number
    505401914326
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass165,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    165,657 miles
    Test number
    987024583239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail165,657 miles (+9,885)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,657 miles
    Test number
    996624283229
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass155,772 miles (+24,992)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    155,772 miles
    Test number
    285983862290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass130,780 miles (+25,295)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    130,780 miles
    Test number
    987843841240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,485 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    562907800292
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass105,485 miles (+20,294)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    944327500299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,191 miles (+215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,191 miles
    Test number
    281237919282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail84,976 miles (+27,543)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,976 miles
    Test number
    444889909209
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass57,433 miles (+1,031)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,433 miles
    Test number
    213083238406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,402 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    580351228198
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR55 BVZ

Does LR55 BVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 BVZ is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BVZ?
The MOT on LR55 BVZ is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 BVZ done?
LR55 BVZ was recorded at 217,735 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 8,955 miles a year.
Has LR55 BVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BVZ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 BVZ 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 LR55 BVZ find?
LR55 BVZ passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join + back box; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 2 more.

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