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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,460 cc

T55 LBBMOT history

T55 LBB is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,874 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 LBB was last recorded at 135,874 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 5,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,255 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,619 miles
Average per year
7,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,874 miles
  • 2025 – 130,255 miles
  • 2024 – 124,176 miles
  • 2023 – 118,556 miles
  • 2022 – 112,307 miles
  • 2021 – 103,558 miles
  • 2020 – 97,460 miles
  • 2019 – 88,580 miles
  • 2018 – 78,778 miles
  • 2017 – 70,641 miles
  • 2016 – 60,828 miles
  • 2015 – 52,223 miles
  • 2014 – 43,074 miles
  • 2013 – 32,220 miles
  • 2012 – 22,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,874 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.

  • Corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber cover corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,874 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,874 miles
    Test number
    335110170081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,255 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,255 miles
    Test number
    270269187817
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor,chassis and suspension
  3. Fail130,239 miles (+6,063)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,239 miles
    Test number
    411186926118
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor,chassis and suspension
  4. Pass124,176 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,176 miles
    Test number
    175598859104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,556 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,556 miles
    Test number
    505749700906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail118,556 miles (+6,249)2 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,556 miles
    Test number
    190499276595
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass112,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,307 miles
    Test number
    284806157162
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension starting to corroded
  8. Fail112,307 miles (+8,749)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,307 miles
    Test number
    448426731399
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension starting to corroded
  9. Pass103,558 miles (+6,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    621551351357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass97,460 miles (+8,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,460 miles
    Test number
    525840951913
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass88,580 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,580 miles
    Test number
    568185625842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,576 miles (+9,798)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,576 miles
    Test number
    549885192072
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass78,778 miles (+118)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,778 miles
    Test number
    483653647657
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  14. Pass78,660 miles (+8,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,660 miles
    Test number
    956907870872
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass70,641 miles (+9,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,641 miles
    Test number
    175170197828
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
  16. Pass60,828 miles (+8,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,828 miles
    Test number
    595311202183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly detiorated
  17. Pass52,223 miles (+9,149)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,223 miles
    Test number
    336125435019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,074 miles (+10,854)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,074 miles
    Test number
    137793444080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,220 miles (+9,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,220 miles
    Test number
    607873843068
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass22,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    22,888 miles
    Test number
    859246222091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 LBB

Does T55 LBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LBB is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 LBB?
The MOT on T55 LBB is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 LBB done?
T55 LBB was recorded at 135,874 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 7,935 miles a year.
Has T55 LBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LBB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 LBB 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 T55 LBB find?
T55 LBB passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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