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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LS54 DWUMOT history

LS54 DWU is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 82,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

LS54 DWU black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,649 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 DWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 DWU was last recorded at 82,649 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,616 miles · 24 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
3,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,649 miles
  • 2025 – 80,607 miles
  • 2024 – 78,585 miles
  • 2023 – 76,064 miles
  • 2022 – 73,992 miles
  • 2021 – 72,823 miles
  • 2020 – 70,787 miles
  • 2019 – 70,084 miles
  • 2018 – 67,713 miles
  • 2017 – 64,551 miles
  • 2016 – 61,931 miles
  • 2015 – 60,364 miles
  • 2014 – 57,226 miles
  • 2013 – 50,868 miles
  • 2012 – 45,616 miles
  • 2010 – 41,157 miles
  • 2009 – 35,623 miles
  • 2008 – 29,701 miles
  • 2007 – 24,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,649 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major6 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,649 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,649 miles
    Test number
    502245408406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,616 miles (+4)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    665875500239
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  3. Fail82,612 miles (+2,005)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,612 miles
    Test number
    427989368668
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass80,607 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,607 miles
    Test number
    103347078414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,585 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,585 miles
    Test number
    603059210330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,578 miles (+2,514)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    130763082129
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass76,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,064 miles
    Test number
    573009049197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Fail76,064 miles (+2,072)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,064 miles
    Test number
    931520707237
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass73,992 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,992 miles
    Test number
    638478321367
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Fail73,987 miles (+1,164)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,987 miles
    Test number
    995176866702
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass72,823 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,823 miles
    Test number
    392881729397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,814 miles (+2,027)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,814 miles
    Test number
    427388139948
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  13. Pass70,787 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,787 miles
    Test number
    616861878681
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail70,780 miles (+696)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    349337345593
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass70,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    746107167256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,084 miles (+2,371)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    211778574932
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass67,713 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,713 miles
    Test number
    307555532281
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryChunks taken out of offside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

  18. Fail67,713 miles (+3,162)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,713 miles
    Test number
    436820701151
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryChunks taken out of offside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass64,551 miles (+2,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,551 miles
    Test number
    455832077858
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass61,931 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,931 miles
    Test number
    280175819825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,364 miles
    Test number
    846676255104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,364 miles (+3,138)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,364 miles
    Test number
    466195755152
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass57,226 miles (+6,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,226 miles
    Test number
    866885264179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,868 miles (+5,252)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,868 miles
    Test number
    889660643161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,616 miles (+4,459)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,616 miles
    Test number
    416406962172
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePos. lower end of n/s/r road spring missing!!!!
    • NoteSome pitting to n/s/r brake disc

  26. Pass41,157 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,157 miles
    Test number
    970932290203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,623 miles (+5,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,623 miles
    Test number
    391765779408
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass29,701 miles (+5,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,701 miles
    Test number
    893907578259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass24,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,005 miles
    Test number
    450400967258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 DWU

Does LS54 DWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 DWU is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 DWU?
The MOT on LS54 DWU is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 DWU done?
LS54 DWU was recorded at 82,649 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 3,124 miles a year.
Has LS54 DWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 DWU has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS54 DWU 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 LS54 DWU find?
LS54 DWU passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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