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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LX54 DANMOT history

LX54 DAN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

LX54 DAN blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
165,685 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 DAN
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
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 DAN was last recorded at 165,685 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,665 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,685 miles
  • 2024 – 160,279 miles
  • 2023 – 153,157 miles
  • 2022 – 145,349 miles
  • 2021 – 137,232 miles
  • 2020 – 129,281 miles
  • 2019 – 124,569 miles
  • 2018 – 119,608 miles
  • 2017 – 112,558 miles
  • 2016 – 106,160 miles
  • 2015 – 100,659 miles
  • 2014 – 96,706 miles
  • 2013 – 91,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,685 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,685 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    165,685 miles
    Test number
    682038363014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail165,665 miles (+5,386)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,665 miles
    Test number
    410905359998
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass160,279 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,279 miles
    Test number
    686051713379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail160,274 miles (+7,117)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,274 miles
    Test number
    273587773690
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass153,157 miles (+7,808)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,157 miles
    Test number
    938767980416
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass145,349 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,349 miles
    Test number
    803816403096
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHorn weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall, no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail145,347 miles (+8,115)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,347 miles
    Test number
    984641407717
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHorn weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall, no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass137,232 miles (+7,951)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,232 miles
    Test number
    589878783841
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass129,281 miles (+4,712)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,281 miles
    Test number
    411405873054
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass124,569 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,569 miles
    Test number
    526860384211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,608 miles (+7,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,608 miles
    Test number
    366310726538
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass112,558 miles (+6,398)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,558 miles
    Test number
    975460248883
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass106,160 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    219410138267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  14. Fail106,160 miles (+5,501)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    129618643129
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail100,659 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,659 miles
    Test number
    637251485160
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteroiated

  16. Pass100,659 miles (+3,953)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,659 miles
    Test number
    785141485173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteroiated

  17. Pass96,706 miles (+5,532)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    407528064116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r brake hose perished
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass91,174 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,174 miles
    Test number
    178274963106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail91,174 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,174 miles
    Test number
    609004163139
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

Questions about LX54 DAN

Does LX54 DAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 DAN is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX54 DAN?
The MOT on LX54 DAN is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 DAN done?
LX54 DAN was recorded at 165,685 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has LX54 DAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 DAN has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 DAN 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 LX54 DAN find?
LX54 DAN passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.

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