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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T54 NDYMOT history

T54 NDY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 298,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
298,418 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
13,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T54 NDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T54 NDY was last recorded at 298,418 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 10,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
287,719 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,699 miles
Average per year
13,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 298,418 miles
  • 2025 – 287,719 miles
  • 2024 – 281,958 miles
  • 2023 – 275,208 miles
  • 2022 – 270,539 miles
  • 2021 – 263,348 miles
  • 2020 – 258,161 miles
  • 2019 – 249,359 miles
  • 2018 – 239,782 miles
  • 2017 – 232,241 miles
  • 2016 – 217,437 miles
  • 2015 – 199,666 miles
  • 2014 – 183,424 miles
  • 2013 – 168,862 miles
  • 2012 – 146,075 miles
  • 2011 – 115,531 miles
  • 2010 – 90,407 miles
  • 2009 – 62,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,418 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    298,418 miles
    Test number
    817232233852
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail298,417 miles (+10,698)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    298,417 miles
    Test number
    248074043668
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass287,719 miles3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    287,719 miles
    Test number
    159168175302
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Right (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded To rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail287,718 miles (+5,760)8 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,718 miles
    Test number
    635123582609
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Right (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded To rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass281,958 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    281,958 miles
    Test number
    730451865160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail281,732 miles (+6,524)3 major7 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,732 miles
    Test number
    716033389147
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass275,208 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    275,208 miles
    Test number
    624607284845
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail275,208 miles (+4,669)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,208 miles
    Test number
    788652343495
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass270,539 miles (+7,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    270,539 miles
    Test number
    334594370569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive By strut top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass263,348 miles (+5,187)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    263,348 miles
    Test number
    211433519478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass258,161 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    258,161 miles
    Test number
    857003179471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail258,159 miles (+8,800)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,159 miles
    Test number
    213567676388
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass249,359 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    249,359 miles
    Test number
    149060118147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Fail249,356 miles (+9,574)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,356 miles
    Test number
    182034338684
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.2 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass239,782 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    239,782 miles
    Test number
    607265943451
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material floor (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail239,781 miles (+7,540)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,781 miles
    Test number
    184067409632
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  17. Pass232,241 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    232,241 miles
    Test number
    478869275839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin peeling off

  18. Fail232,241 miles (+14,804)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,241 miles
    Test number
    417060491608
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin peeling off

  19. Pass217,437 miles (+17,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    217,437 miles
    Test number
    686200298656
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bar d bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone rear bushes worn/slight play

  20. Pass199,666 miles (+16,242)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    199,666 miles
    Test number
    169447465170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass183,424 miles (+14,562)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    183,424 miles
    Test number
    617375474154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass168,862 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    168,862 miles
    Test number
    659656853184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Fail168,762 miles (+22,687)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,762 miles
    Test number
    717182053107
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Pass146,075 miles (+30,544)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,075 miles
    Test number
    506070942164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass115,531 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,531 miles
    Test number
    615064761165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Fail115,413 miles (+25,006)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,413 miles
    Test number
    366472861195
    • FailureFront Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass90,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    90,407 miles
    Test number
    251310760454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,407 miles (+28,173)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,407 miles
    Test number
    181050060186
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  29. Fail62,234 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,234 miles
    Test number
    270573869133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass62,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,234 miles
    Test number
    993423869142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T54 NDY

Does T54 NDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T54 NDY is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T54 NDY?
The MOT on T54 NDY is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T54 NDY done?
T54 NDY was recorded at 298,418 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 13,809 miles a year.
Has T54 NDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T54 NDY has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T54 NDY 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 T54 NDY find?
T54 NDY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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