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Volkswagen Transporter

Bronze · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LR55 UABMOT history

LR55 UAB is a bronze diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 238,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LR55 UAB bronze Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
238,812 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 UAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 UAB was last recorded at 238,812 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 May 2017: 204,254 miles, lower than 204,742 miles on 4 May 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
236,863 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,949 miles
Average per year
7,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,812 miles
  • 2025 – 236,863 miles
  • 2024 – 230,739 miles
  • 2023 – 225,644 miles
  • 2022 – 221,833 miles
  • 2021 – 219,335 miles
  • 2020 – 216,859 miles
  • 2019 – 213,011 miles
  • 2018 – 208,763 miles
  • 2017 – 204,254 miles
  • 2016 – 196,146 miles
  • 2015 – 190,276 miles
  • 2014 – 183,973 miles
  • 2013 – 175,161 miles
  • 2012 – 166,382 miles
  • 2010 – 162,122 miles
  • 2009 – 138,208 miles
  • 2008 – 104,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail238,812 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear 2 different springs on rear

What MOT failures 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.

  • Damage to centre exhaust

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Center & rear exhaust boxes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail238,812 miles (+1,949)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,812 miles
    Test number
    847364003979
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 2 different springs on rear

  2. Pass236,863 miles (+6,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    236,863 miles
    Test number
    845605952376
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass230,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    230,739 miles
    Test number
    135685548221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail230,739 miles (+5,095)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,739 miles
    Test number
    505345937302
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Trackrod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass225,644 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    225,644 miles
    Test number
    792497588276
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter & rear exhaust boxes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPad wear indicator warning light illuminated

  6. Fail225,644 miles (+3,811)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,644 miles
    Test number
    734777973699
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter & rear exhaust boxes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPad wear indicator warning light illuminated

  7. Pass221,833 miles (+2,498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    221,833 miles
    Test number
    394993445554
    • AdvisoryCenter & rear exhaust boxes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread feathered (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass219,335 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    219,335 miles
    Test number
    669296830568
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing flat spotting on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin deteriorated on rear box, missing on centre silencer

  9. Fail219,332 miles (+2,473)1 major1 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,332 miles
    Test number
    256107101771
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing flat spotting on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin deteriorated on rear box, missing on centre silencer

  10. Pass216,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    216,859 miles
    Test number
    867775131599
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill damage
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust damaged

  11. Fail216,859 miles (+3,848)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,859 miles
    Test number
    225975552369
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 front /rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust damaged

  12. Pass213,011 miles (+4,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    213,011 miles
    Test number
    863143694543
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damage
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks s/wear
    • AdvisoryDamage to centre exhaust

  13. Pass208,763 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    208,763 miles
    Test number
    548499137695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sillo damage
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks s/weak
    • AdvisoryDamage to centre exhaust

  14. Fail208,763 miles (+4,509)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,763 miles
    Test number
    375014427096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both drop links (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both outters (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sillo damage
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks s/weak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres lumpy tread /n/;s/front tyre run flat
    • AdvisoryDamage to centre exhaust

  15. Pass204,254 miles (-488)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    204,254 miles
    Test number
    893656031003
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT SHOCKS WEAK
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGE WEAR
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES LUMPY TREAD
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO CENTRE EXHAUST
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail204,742 miles (+8,596)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,742 miles
    Test number
    855399333385
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT SHOCKS WEAK
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGE WEAR
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES LUMPY TREAD
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO CENTRE EXHAUST
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass196,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    196,146 miles
    Test number
    254854615455
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO CENTRE EXHAUST
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid suspension unit partially deflated BOTH (2.4.D.1a)

  18. Fail196,146 miles (+5,870)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,146 miles
    Test number
    306056697804
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint BOTH DROP LINKS (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE TO CENTRE EXHAUST
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid suspension unit partially deflated BOTH (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

  19. Pass190,276 miles (+6,303)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    190,276 miles
    Test number
    999231665008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteDamage to center exhuast
    • NoteO/s rear tyre inner edge wear

  20. Pass183,973 miles (+8,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    183,973 miles
    Test number
    618916554009
    • NoteSome play n/s/f anti roll bar linkage = o/s/f brake hose chaffed = center exhaust box outer skin some corrosion/peeling = some wear/play o/s/r trailing arm bush

  21. Pass175,161 miles (+8,779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    175,161 miles
    Test number
    687503903049
    • NoteCenter exhaust box outer skin corroded/peeling = some wear movment o/s/r wishbone outer bush

  22. Pass166,382 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    166,382 miles
    Test number
    757395602040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass162,122 miles (+23,914)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    162,122 miles
    Test number
    630703140361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass138,208 miles (+33,884)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    138,208 miles
    Test number
    574039749354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    870103658374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 UAB

Does LR55 UAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 UAB is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 UAB?
The MOT on LR55 UAB is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 UAB done?
LR55 UAB was recorded at 238,812 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 7,547 miles a year.
Has LR55 UAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 UAB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 UAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 UAB find?
LR55 UAB failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside front front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle, and 7 more.

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