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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,459 cc

556 DXAMOT history

556 DXA is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

556 DXA grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,856 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
556 DXA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

556 DXA was last recorded at 156,856 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,856 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,856 miles
  • 2025 – 153,041 miles
  • 2019 – 148,435 miles
  • 2018 – 148,088 miles
  • 2017 – 148,069 miles
  • 2016 – 147,224 miles
  • 2015 – 146,000 miles
  • 2014 – 144,357 miles
  • 2013 – 142,334 miles
  • 2012 – 140,117 miles
  • 2011 – 133,509 miles
  • 2010 – 127,541 miles
  • 2009 – 119,057 miles
  • 2008 – 108,608 miles
  • 2007 – 102,767 miles
  • 2006 – 97,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,856 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel filter housing area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail/ shock absorber mount (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,856 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,856 miles
    Test number
    489758795891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel filter housing area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,856 miles (+3,815)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,856 miles
    Test number
    513891931604
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel filter housing area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,041 miles (+4,606)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    153,041 miles
    Test number
    853808788058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass148,435 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    672999740575
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All disks. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cil / arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cil / arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail148,435 miles (+347)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    299387382906
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All disks. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cil / arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cil / arch area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass148,088 miles (+5)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    148,088 miles
    Test number
    978905398686
    • AdvisoryClutch system defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail/ shock absorber mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail/ shock absorber mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Light scratches in zone A, but not affecting drivers view (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

  7. Fail148,083 miles (+14)1 dangerous5 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,083 miles
    Test number
    537525629163
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inside door jam of sliding door (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Passenger door jam (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryClutch master cylinder leaking at footpedal
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail/ shock absorber mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail/ shock absorber mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Light scratches in zone A but not affecting drivers view (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass148,069 miles (+845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    148,069 miles
    Test number
    432158659203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering,cuts in nearside front tyre

  9. Pass147,224 miles (+1,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    147,224 miles
    Test number
    169651427434
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side floor & sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  10. Pass146,000 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    146,000 miles
    Test number
    369047895050
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  11. Fail145,994 miles (+1,637)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,994 miles
    Test number
    865862595044
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  12. Pass144,357 miles (+2,023)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    144,357 miles
    Test number
    218851074028
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges,engin getting smokey,nearside front shockabsorber damp

  13. Pass142,334 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    142,334 miles
    Test number
    979119873028
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges,slight play in steering
    • NoteFront+rear brakes slight uneven

  14. Fail142,329 miles (+2,212)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,329 miles
    Test number
    166668073443
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges,slight play in steering
    • NoteFront+rear brakes slight uneven

  15. Pass140,117 miles (+6,608)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,117 miles
    Test number
    398995872068
    • NoteOffside front+nearside rear tyres wearing on edges,brake hoses wearing

  16. Pass133,509 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    133,509 miles
    Test number
    178160641064
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion of offside front and nearside front sills
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar inner bushes slightly worn
    • NoteFront offside tyre wearing thin
    • NotePedal box broken

  17. Fail133,508 miles (+5,967)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,508 miles
    Test number
    147029331002
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin
    • NotePedal box broken

  18. Pass127,541 miles (+8,484)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    127,541 miles
    Test number
    161056130485
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront parking brake cable outer casing starting to perish

  19. Pass119,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    119,057 miles
    Test number
    890484049097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,057 miles (+10,449)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,057 miles
    Test number
    693444549057
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass108,608 miles (+5,841)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    108,608 miles
    Test number
    391533648082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,767 miles (+5,285)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    380767437074
    • NoteBoth rear tyres in poor condition

  23. Pass97,482 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    97,482 miles
    Test number
    574565646066
    • NoteLeft rear tyre side wall cracking.

  24. Fail97,478 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,478 miles
    Test number
    521794746041
    • FailureFront Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Questions about 556 DXA

What vehicle is registration 556 DXA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 556 DXA on a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 556 DXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 556 DXA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 556 DXA?
The MOT on 556 DXA is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 556 DXA done?
556 DXA was recorded at 156,856 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,961 miles a year.
Has 556 DXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 556 DXA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 556 DXA 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 556 DXA find?
556 DXA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel filter housing area corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, and 2 more.

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