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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LR55 BWGMOT history

LR55 BWG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LR55 BWG blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
195,350 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 BWG was last recorded at 195,350 miles on 20 May 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,297 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
7,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,350 miles
  • 2025 – 185,293 miles
  • 2024 – 171,789 miles
  • 2023 – 157,290 miles
  • 2022 – 149,947 miles
  • 2021 – 149,388 miles
  • 2019 – 149,219 miles
  • 2018 – 144,412 miles
  • 2016 – 140,517 miles
  • 2014 – 136,246 miles
  • 2012 – 132,491 miles
  • 2011 – 119,460 miles
  • 2010 – 102,763 miles
  • 2009 – 89,812 miles
  • 2008 – 69,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,350 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass195,350 miles (+53)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    195,350 miles
    Test number
    131097042067
    • 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 Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail195,297 miles (+10,004)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,297 miles
    Test number
    693749924245
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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 Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass185,293 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    185,293 miles
    Test number
    539107831777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail185,293 miles (+13,504)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,293 miles
    Test number
    188077163300
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,789 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    171,789 miles
    Test number
    382913021560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail171,785 miles (+220)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,785 miles
    Test number
    141188995613
    • DangerousFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail171,565 miles (+14,275)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,565 miles
    Test number
    635668628172
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate Limit 0.80 Emissions Exceed 3.15 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Fitted With Lowered Suspension

  8. Pass157,290 miles (+7,343)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    157,290 miles
    Test number
    876513398473
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,947 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    149,947 miles
    Test number
    876364354903
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower perished/cracked (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail149,947 miles (+559)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,947 miles
    Test number
    425936634420
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower perished/cracked (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass149,388 miles (+169)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    149,388 miles
    Test number
    939503818042
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At inner flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding at inner flexi union (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass149,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,219 miles
    Test number
    314264609876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail149,219 miles (+4,807)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,219 miles
    Test number
    938322372544
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass144,412 miles (+3,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    144,412 miles
    Test number
    213252066915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust starting to peel

  15. Pass140,517 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    140,517 miles
    Test number
    386494179263
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail140,515 miles (+4,269)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,515 miles
    Test number
    732044929406
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass136,246 miles (+561)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    136,246 miles
    Test number
    275866304416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system heavily corroded

  18. Fail135,685 miles (+3,194)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,685 miles
    Test number
    268604894058
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system heavily corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass132,491 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    132,491 miles
    Test number
    325228912309
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSigns of grounding to o/s/r underguards and mid exhaust box

  20. Fail132,491 miles (+9)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,491 miles
    Test number
    736258412363
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSigns of grounding to o/s/r underguards and mid exhaust box

  21. Fail132,482 miles (+13,022)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,482 miles
    Test number
    298510472480
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass119,460 miles (+16,697)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    119,460 miles
    Test number
    588288091030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass102,763 miles (+12,951)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,763 miles
    Test number
    753282010136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,812 miles (+20,544)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    291910829119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,268 miles
    Test number
    360742918404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 BWG

Does LR55 BWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 BWG is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BWG?
The MOT on LR55 BWG is valid until 19 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 BWG done?
LR55 BWG was recorded at 195,350 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,082 miles a year.
Has LR55 BWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BWG has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 BWG 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 BWG find?
LR55 BWG passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear inner brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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