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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T555 ALGMOT history

T555 ALG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 178,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
178,750 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 ALG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 ALG was last recorded at 178,750 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,073 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,677 miles
Average per year
8,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,750 miles
  • 2025 – 175,073 miles
  • 2024 – 171,169 miles
  • 2023 – 167,179 miles
  • 2022 – 160,326 miles
  • 2021 – 157,008 miles
  • 2019 – 155,897 miles
  • 2018 – 155,727 miles
  • 2017 – 153,237 miles
  • 2016 – 150,111 miles
  • 2015 – 148,172 miles
  • 2014 – 139,933 miles
  • 2013 – 104,483 miles
  • 2012 – 79,971 miles
  • 2011 – 54,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,750 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leaking

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,750 miles (+3,677)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    178,750 miles
    Test number
    763994080497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaking

  2. Pass175,073 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,073 miles
    Test number
    934961416656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail175,060 miles (+3,891)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,060 miles
    Test number
    234818206600
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass171,169 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    171,169 miles
    Test number
    301176259312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,179 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    167,179 miles
    Test number
    718660817152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,326 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,326 miles
    Test number
    562586874296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass157,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    157,008 miles
    Test number
    862927140762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,008 miles (+1,111)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,008 miles
    Test number
    394017601669
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass155,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,897 miles
    Test number
    803428184107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail155,897 miles (+170)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,897 miles
    Test number
    132275813169
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass155,727 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    155,727 miles
    Test number
    608939685666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,237 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    153,237 miles
    Test number
    351060641114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,111 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    628121610627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass148,172 miles (+8,239)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    148,172 miles
    Test number
    288960905102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,933 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    139,933 miles
    Test number
    486603694019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEngine management light on.

  16. Fail139,933 miles (+35,450)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,933 miles
    Test number
    485463594015
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEngine management light on.

  17. Pass104,483 miles (+24,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,483 miles
    Test number
    148891583087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass79,971 miles (+25,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,971 miles
    Test number
    107487482421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass54,570 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,570 miles
    Test number
    167960691090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage on o/s door mirror.

  20. Fail54,570 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,570 miles
    Test number
    365440191038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage on o/s door mirror.

Questions about T555 ALG

Does T555 ALG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 ALG is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 ALG?
The MOT on T555 ALG is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 ALG done?
T555 ALG was recorded at 178,750 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 8,287 miles a year.
Has T555 ALG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 ALG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T555 ALG 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 T555 ALG find?
T555 ALG passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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