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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

LS55 XYLMOT history

LS55 XYL is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 19 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LS55 XYL black Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
140,978 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XYL was last recorded at 140,978 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Nov 2010: 31,068 miles, lower than 266,775 miles on 24 Nov 2009.

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
139,466 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,512 miles
Average per year
7,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,978 miles
  • 2024 – 139,466 miles
  • 2023 – 136,554 miles
  • 2022 – 130,840 miles
  • 2021 – 120,814 miles
  • 2020 – 115,947 miles
  • 2019 – 103,494 miles
  • 2018 – 94,723 miles
  • 2017 – 85,803 miles
  • 2016 – 76,906 miles
  • 2015 – 66,465 miles
  • 2014 – 58,412 miles
  • 2013 – 50,103 miles
  • 2012 – 39,276 miles
  • 2011 – 31,482 miles
  • 2010 – 31,068 miles
  • 2009 – 266,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,978 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,978 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    140,978 miles
    Test number
    434101207907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail140,978 miles (+1,512)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,978 miles
    Test number
    898005724847
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass139,466 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,466 miles
    Test number
    688453643823
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail139,463 miles (+2,909)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,463 miles
    Test number
    496543857867
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass136,554 miles (+5,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,554 miles
    Test number
    251699627735
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  6. Pass130,840 miles (+10,026)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,840 miles
    Test number
    383115177853
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,814 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,814 miles
    Test number
    278014807117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,947 miles
    Test number
    702685859381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,947 miles (+12,453)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,947 miles
    Test number
    782689140236
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,494 miles (+8,771)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    839220012692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,723 miles (+8,920)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,723 miles
    Test number
    506891889574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,803 miles (+8,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    85,803 miles
    Test number
    121887457704
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass76,906 miles (+10,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,906 miles
    Test number
    109632894181
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres wearing low on edges

  14. Pass66,465 miles (+8,053)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,465 miles
    Test number
    135937525048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,412 miles (+8,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    117365434455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass50,103 miles (+10,827)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,103 miles
    Test number
    478237453003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front Steering arm has slight relative movement at its fixings

  17. Pass39,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,276 miles
    Test number
    216272262033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail39,276 miles (+7,794)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,276 miles
    Test number
    587360462029
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass31,482 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,482 miles
    Test number
    788356161070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,068 miles (-235,707)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,068 miles
    Test number
    574405310324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass266,775 miles (+244,173)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    266,775 miles
    Test number
    760408429349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,602 miles
    Test number
    210994119013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XYL

Does LS55 XYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 XYL is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XYL?
The MOT on LS55 XYL is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 XYL done?
LS55 XYL was recorded at 140,978 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 7,018 miles a year.
Has LS55 XYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XYL has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 XYL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 XYL find?
LS55 XYL passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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