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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

LX56 FFRMOT history

LX56 FFR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LX56 FFR silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,726 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 FFR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 FFR was last recorded at 159,726 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 8,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Feb 2018: 91,132 miles, lower than 911,932 miles on 9 Feb 2018.

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
151,496 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,230 miles
Average per year
7,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,726 miles
  • 2025 – 151,496 miles
  • 2024 – 144,758 miles
  • 2023 – 138,283 miles
  • 2022 – 127,062 miles
  • 2021 – 117,797 miles
  • 2019 – 101,060 miles
  • 2018 – 91,132 miles
  • 2017 – 88,399 miles
  • 2016 – 81,550 miles
  • 2015 – 75,373 miles
  • 2014 – 68,718 miles
  • 2013 – 59,395 miles
  • 2012 – 50,614 miles
  • 2011 – 42,752 miles
  • 2010 – 32,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,726 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded 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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • ENGINE COVER FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,726 miles
    Test number
    139058439477
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  2. Fail159,724 miles (+8,228)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    294336731897
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  3. Pass151,496 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    151,496 miles
    Test number
    788679818884
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view N/S UPPER & O/S LOWER (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  4. Fail151,495 miles (+6,737)3 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,495 miles
    Test number
    537962855871
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play RACK JOINT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view N/S UPPER & O/S LOWER (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  5. Pass144,758 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,758 miles
    Test number
    639693836696
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  6. Fail144,758 miles (+6,475)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,758 miles
    Test number
    994037831000
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
  7. Pass138,283 miles4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,283 miles
    Test number
    608780090732
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail138,283 miles (+11,221)3 major2 repaired4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,283 miles
    Test number
    989630491971
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass127,062 miles4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,062 miles
    Test number
    247644189416
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail127,062 miles (+9,265)4 dangerous1 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,062 miles
    Test number
    433974395610
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Rea Tyres dangerous (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass117,797 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    117,797 miles
    Test number
    384226242159
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view front both side(S) (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail117,797 miles (+16,737)4 dangerous5 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,797 miles
    Test number
    547337498228
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Brakes not tested due to offside rear tyre condition deemed unsafe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view front both side(S) (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass101,060 miles (+14)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,060 miles
    Test number
    413918071567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Fail101,046 miles (+9,914)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,046 miles
    Test number
    359169291270
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside 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 pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass91,132 miles (-820,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,132 miles
    Test number
    579724864187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  16. Fail911,932 miles (+823,533)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    911,932 miles
    Test number
    680929123279
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  17. Pass88,399 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,399 miles
    Test number
    380834392105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,355 miles (+6,805)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,355 miles
    Test number
    252484920440
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  19. Pass81,550 miles (+6,177)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,550 miles
    Test number
    137562708151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,373 miles (+6,655)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,373 miles
    Test number
    105480435404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,718 miles (+9,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,718 miles
    Test number
    805821234014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass59,395 miles (+8,781)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    179243733405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,614 miles
    Test number
    207883132057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,614 miles (+7,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,614 miles
    Test number
    157802532090
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass42,752 miles (+9,910)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,752 miles
    Test number
    377652331067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,842 miles
    Test number
    854104630010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,842 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,842 miles
    Test number
    432674930011
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about LX56 FFR

Does LX56 FFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 FFR is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 FFR?
The MOT on LX56 FFR is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 FFR done?
LX56 FFR was recorded at 159,726 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 7,701 miles a year.
Has LX56 FFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 FFR has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 FFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX56 FFR find?
LX56 FFR passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: under trays fitted.

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