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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T455 JELMOT history

T455 JEL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 230,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
230,390 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T455 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T455 JEL was last recorded at 230,390 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
230,383 miles · 24 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,390 miles
  • 2025 – 229,010 miles
  • 2024 – 226,709 miles
  • 2023 – 223,664 miles
  • 2022 – 219,977 miles
  • 2021 – 216,929 miles
  • 2020 – 214,235 miles
  • 2019 – 210,804 miles
  • 2018 – 206,482 miles
  • 2017 – 205,876 miles
  • 2016 – 204,766 miles
  • 2015 – 199,983 miles
  • 2014 – 197,234 miles
  • 2013 – 184,495 miles
  • 2012 – 170,773 miles
  • 2011 – 154,717 miles
  • 2010 – 147,088 miles
  • 2008 – 131,514 miles
  • 2007 – 120,042 miles
  • 2006 – 108,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,390 miles
  • AdvisoryFront bumper bar corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,390 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    230,390 miles
    Test number
    737236846549
    • AdvisoryFront bumper bar corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail230,383 miles (+1,373)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,383 miles
    Test number
    257415169042
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper bar corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass229,010 miles (+2,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    229,010 miles
    Test number
    356170405120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass226,709 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    226,709 miles
    Test number
    350296039762
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail226,700 miles (+3,036)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,700 miles
    Test number
    932481768734
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Coil spring insecure both rear (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass223,664 miles (+3,687)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    223,664 miles
    Test number
    193769721906
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle heavily undersealed

  7. Pass219,977 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    219,977 miles
    Test number
    553782393689
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail219,907 miles (+2,978)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,907 miles
    Test number
    612132298765
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass216,929 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    216,929 miles
    Test number
    873789622695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass214,235 miles (+110)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    214,235 miles
    Test number
    968457568101
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both NS & OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail214,125 miles (+3,321)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,125 miles
    Test number
    430505098242
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both NS & OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass210,804 miles (+4,322)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    210,804 miles
    Test number
    226840374127
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass206,482 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    206,482 miles
    Test number
    686832675069
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to under side of vehicle

  14. Fail206,481 miles (+605)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,481 miles
    Test number
    132408701134
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to under side of vehicle

  15. Pass205,876 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    205,876 miles
    Test number
    810217407280
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of van

  16. Fail205,872 miles (+1,106)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,872 miles
    Test number
    120260607943
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of van

  17. Pass204,766 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    204,766 miles
    Test number
    488839819365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail204,763 miles (+4,780)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,763 miles
    Test number
    885603827838
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass199,983 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    199,983 miles
    Test number
    416040925171
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth inner drive shaft boots split
    • NoteCorrosion to under side of van

  20. Fail199,983 miles (+2,749)3 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,983 miles
    Test number
    817189515164
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth inner drive shaft boots split
    • NoteCorrosion to under side of van

  21. Pass197,234 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    197,234 miles
    Test number
    449519634108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail197,226 miles (+12,731)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,226 miles
    Test number
    127210124156
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  23. Pass184,495 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    184,495 miles
    Test number
    587437853088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail184,325 miles (+13,552)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,325 miles
    Test number
    565160253089
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass170,773 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    170,773 miles
    Test number
    225227142029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail170,754 miles (+16,037)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,754 miles
    Test number
    195006742435
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass154,717 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    154,717 miles
    Test number
    678328431062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  28. Fail154,717 miles (+7,629)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,717 miles
    Test number
    878216231044
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  29. Fail147,088 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,088 miles
    Test number
    173181740415
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  30. Pass147,088 miles (+15,574)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    147,088 miles
    Test number
    530061340048
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  31. Pass131,514 miles (+11,472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    131,514 miles
    Test number
    752360668087
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  32. Pass120,042 miles (+11,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    120,042 miles
    Test number
    841536047011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass108,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    108,623 miles
    Test number
    633640266093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail108,623 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,623 miles
    Test number
    754570666068
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside steering rack has slight play
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish around side walls

Questions about T455 JEL

Does T455 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T455 JEL is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T455 JEL?
The MOT on T455 JEL is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T455 JEL done?
T455 JEL was recorded at 230,390 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 5,938 miles a year.
Has T455 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T455 JEL has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T455 JEL 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 T455 JEL find?
T455 JEL passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front bumper bar corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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