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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LU54 BUSMOT history

LU54 BUS is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LU54 BUS red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
138,152 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU54 BUS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU54 BUS was last recorded at 138,152 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2019: 72,053 miles, lower than 72,075 miles on 2 Oct 2019.

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
138,148 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,152 miles
  • 2025 – 131,390 miles
  • 2024 – 123,482 miles
  • 2023 – 113,381 miles
  • 2022 – 103,199 miles
  • 2021 – 91,087 miles
  • 2020 – 80,637 miles
  • 2019 – 72,053 miles
  • 2018 – 61,333 miles
  • 2017 – 53,453 miles
  • 2016 – 41,527 miles
  • 2015 – 29,366 miles
  • 2014 – 22,028 miles
  • 2013 – 18,605 miles
  • 2012 – 17,601 miles
  • 2011 – 16,097 miles
  • 2010 – 14,412 miles
  • 2009 – 11,344 miles
  • 2008 – 8,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,152 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Headlight beam patterns poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,152 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    138,152 miles
    Test number
    470620889194
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail138,148 miles (+6,758)1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,148 miles
    Test number
    546240527797
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed rollers seized (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass131,390 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,390 miles
    Test number
    896113117197
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail131,387 miles (+7,905)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,387 miles
    Test number
    523330787257
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,482 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,482 miles
    Test number
    400927508755
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns poor
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Fail123,472 miles (+10,091)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,472 miles
    Test number
    668845257470
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Passenger's seat with a defective structure centre passenger seat back cannot be released to get to get to the back seats (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns poor
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass113,381 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,381 miles
    Test number
    952959139336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,371 miles (+10,172)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,371 miles
    Test number
    798208410234
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded bothsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass103,199 miles (+12,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    672814629083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass91,087 miles (+10)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    91,087 miles
    Test number
    674017304378
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wash aim poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Fail91,077 miles (+10,440)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,077 miles
    Test number
    731870338053
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wash aim poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass80,637 miles (+8,584)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,637 miles
    Test number
    465648428009
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight beam pattern poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass72,053 miles (-22)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    903098715594
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail72,075 miles (+10,742)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,075 miles
    Test number
    859121964197
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass61,333 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    817760363326
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail61,222 miles (+7,769)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,222 miles
    Test number
    179275037926
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps dim (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass53,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,453 miles
    Test number
    451479442163
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on walls perishing and slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some compenents

  18. Fail53,453 miles (+11,926)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,453 miles
    Test number
    792656893852
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on walls perishing and slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some compenents

  19. Pass41,527 miles (+12,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,527 miles
    Test number
    517161341054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror damaged

  20. Pass29,366 miles (+7,338)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,366 miles
    Test number
    174915847811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,028 miles (+3,423)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,028 miles
    Test number
    625177464228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll tyres perished

  22. Pass18,605 miles (+1,004)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    18,605 miles
    Test number
    766338263271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,601 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,601 miles
    Test number
    719918672204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    16,097 miles
    Test number
    567497371241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,097 miles (+1,685)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,097 miles
    Test number
    766483471231
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  26. Pass14,412 miles (+3,068)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,412 miles
    Test number
    714603070222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,344 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,344 miles
    Test number
    104923259276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,576 miles
    Test number
    240679768210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU54 BUS

Does LU54 BUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU54 BUS is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU54 BUS?
The MOT on LU54 BUS is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU54 BUS done?
LU54 BUS was recorded at 138,152 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,187 miles a year.
Has LU54 BUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU54 BUS has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LU54 BUS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LU54 BUS find?
LU54 BUS passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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