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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T551 AFXMOT history

T551 AFX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 256,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
256,707 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 AFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 AFX was last recorded at 256,707 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,232 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,475 miles
Average per year
4,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 256,707 miles
  • 2025 – 254,232 miles
  • 2024 – 252,021 miles
  • 2022 – 249,143 miles
  • 2021 – 245,173 miles
  • 2020 – 240,653 miles
  • 2019 – 236,088 miles
  • 2018 – 231,242 miles
  • 2017 – 228,267 miles
  • 2016 – 222,319 miles
  • 2015 – 214,578 miles
  • 2014 – 207,730 miles
  • 2013 – 205,383 miles
  • 2012 – 198,420 miles
  • 2011 – 194,918 miles
  • 2010 – 190,734 miles
  • 2009 – 185,258 miles
  • 2008 – 180,714 miles
  • 2007 – 175,230 miles
  • 2006 – 168,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,707 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryVarious Surface Corrosion To Underside

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Major7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

37 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,707 miles (+2,475)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    256,707 miles
    Test number
    435747720928
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVarious Surface Corrosion To Underside
  2. Pass254,232 miles (+96)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    254,232 miles
    Test number
    713638937382
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  3. Fail254,136 miles (+2,115)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,136 miles
    Test number
    975911483571
    • MajorCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  4. Pass252,021 miles (+22)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    252,021 miles
    Test number
    838237264029
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Ns + OS Inner Steps / SIll (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass251,999 miles (+2,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    251,999 miles
    Test number
    288934874997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass249,143 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    249,143 miles
    Test number
    406157437441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail249,135 miles (+3,962)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,135 miles
    Test number
    942822448870
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack on offside (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass245,173 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    245,173 miles
    Test number
    179244572517
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail245,165 miles (+9)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,165 miles
    Test number
    530804974271
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates corroded.
    • AdvisoryNear side door mirror missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail245,156 miles (+4,503)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,156 miles
    Test number
    142853196067
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates corroded.
    • AdvisoryNear side door mirror missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass240,653 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    240,653 miles
    Test number
    878647500982
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished.
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory nearside mirror damaged.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion at rear of cab.
  12. Fail240,643 miles (+4,555)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,643 miles
    Test number
    973574250615
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished.
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory nearside mirror damaged.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion at rear of cab.
  13. Pass236,088 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    236,088 miles
    Test number
    208575687181
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  14. Fail236,078 miles (+4,836)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,078 miles
    Test number
    487622598993
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  15. Pass231,242 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    231,242 miles
    Test number
    236807131799
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  16. Fail231,239 miles (+2,972)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,239 miles
    Test number
    536026607270
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Central after CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill/step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  17. Pass228,267 miles (+5,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    228,267 miles
    Test number
    541432438844
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All rear. (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass222,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    222,319 miles
    Test number
    909380659272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail222,319 miles (+7,741)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,319 miles
    Test number
    208756084237
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  20. Pass214,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    214,578 miles
    Test number
    559135425274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail214,578 miles (+6,848)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,578 miles
    Test number
    679344425231
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass207,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    207,730 miles
    Test number
    278312334265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail207,730 miles (+2,347)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,730 miles
    Test number
    389801534245
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  24. Pass205,383 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    205,383 miles
    Test number
    657979113259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear disc cover corroded
    • NoteRear discs pitted
  25. Fail205,383 miles (+6,963)5 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,383 miles
    Test number
    336053813491
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear disc cover corroded
    • NoteRear discs pitted
  26. Pass198,420 miles (+3,502)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    198,420 miles
    Test number
    397188722292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  27. Pass194,918 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    194,918 miles
    Test number
    709895541237
    • NoteBoth front tyres at 3mm
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/f bottom ball joint gaitor split
    • NoteRear brake pads at 3mm
  28. Fail194,918 miles (+4,184)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,918 miles
    Test number
    257652041244
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres at 3mm
    • NoteBoth wingmirror glasses cracked
    • NoteDriver's door inner handle replaced by string
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/f bottom ball joint gaitor split
    • NoteRear brake pads at 3mm
  29. Pass190,734 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    190,734 miles
    Test number
    852766020248
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
  30. Fail190,734 miles (+5,476)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,734 miles
    Test number
    580105420241
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
  31. Pass185,258 miles (+4,544)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    185,258 miles
    Test number
    380896229472
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  32. Pass180,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    180,714 miles
    Test number
    523298228247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  33. Fail180,714 miles (+5,484)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,714 miles
    Test number
    181978128212
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  34. Pass175,230 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    175,230 miles
    Test number
    491915427244
    • NoteImpact damage to offside wing, temporary repair to secure indicator.
  35. Fail175,230 miles (+6,350)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,230 miles
    Test number
    541262827292
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside wing damaged temporary repair to secure indicator
  36. Pass168,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    168,880 miles
    Test number
    574056726206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail168,880 miles1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,880 miles
    Test number
    593433226205
    • DangerousDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about T551 AFX

Does T551 AFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 AFX is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 AFX?
The MOT on T551 AFX is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 AFX done?
T551 AFX was recorded at 256,707 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,464 miles a year.
Has T551 AFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 AFX has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T551 AFX 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 T551 AFX find?
T551 AFX passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 13 more.

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