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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

K55 SMLMOT history

K55 SML is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 184,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

K55 SML grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
184,427 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 SML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 SML was last recorded at 184,427 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 8,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,684 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,743 miles
Average per year
9,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,427 miles
  • 2025 – 175,684 miles
  • 2024 – 165,545 miles
  • 2023 – 154,964 miles
  • 2022 – 144,707 miles
  • 2021 – 134,324 miles
  • 2020 – 127,498 miles
  • 2019 – 119,129 miles
  • 2017 – 111,293 miles
  • 2016 – 104,043 miles
  • 2015 – 95,344 miles
  • 2014 – 81,779 miles
  • 2013 – 67,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Gearbox noisy.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,427 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    184,427 miles
    Test number
    873200623407
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail184,427 miles (+8,743)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,427 miles
    Test number
    363072887938
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,684 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    175,684 miles
    Test number
    541758816216
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized.

  4. Fail175,684 miles (+10,139)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,684 miles
    Test number
    157863983534
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized.

  5. Pass165,545 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    165,545 miles
    Test number
    694565797192
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Fail165,545 miles (+10,581)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,545 miles
    Test number
    313975849272
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Pass154,964 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,964 miles
    Test number
    651504990849
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X 3.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail154,964 miles (+10,257)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,964 miles
    Test number
    315140648677
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X 3.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass144,707 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    144,707 miles
    Test number
    539412316990
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Ran flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail144,707 miles (+10,383)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,707 miles
    Test number
    481170414411
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Ran flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass134,324 miles (+6,826)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,324 miles
    Test number
    471456011654
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess 3x cables slight corrosion. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes x 2 outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre side wall cuts but not to cords.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass127,498 miles (+8,369)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,498 miles
    Test number
    443928383345
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess x 2. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust casings corrosion.
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass119,129 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    119,129 miles
    Test number
    112109096254
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers outer casing corrosion x2.

  14. Fail119,129 miles (+7,836)2 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,129 miles
    Test number
    200424546847
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread inner edge. punctured inner sholder shard of metal in it. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers outer casing corrosion x2.

  15. Pass111,293 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    810229229988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear most. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers outer skins corroding off.

  16. Fail111,293 miles (+7,250)4 failures2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    317906264042
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear could not check centre rear seat belt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left, devoid of tread on edges. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear most. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective valve missing corroded off.
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers outer skins corroding off.

  17. Pass104,043 miles (+8,699)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,043 miles
    Test number
    386267584492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,344 miles (+13,565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    122386484941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    81,779 miles
    Test number
    469031554384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,779 miles (+14,501)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,779 miles
    Test number
    886121854348
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass67,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    236674453390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K55 SML

Does K55 SML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 SML is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 SML?
The MOT on K55 SML is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 SML done?
K55 SML was recorded at 184,427 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 9,705 miles a year.
Has K55 SML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 SML has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 SML 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 K55 SML find?
K55 SML passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 5 more.

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