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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T555 DBDMOT history

T555 DBD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 266,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
266,300 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 DBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 DBD was last recorded at 266,300 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,300 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 266,300 miles
  • 2024 – 266,270 miles
  • 2023 – 265,158 miles
  • 2022 – 261,123 miles
  • 2021 – 257,704 miles
  • 2020 – 254,523 miles
  • 2019 – 252,582 miles
  • 2018 – 249,594 miles
  • 2017 – 243,684 miles
  • 2016 – 240,143 miles
  • 2015 – 232,343 miles
  • 2014 – 224,512 miles
  • 2013 – 215,922 miles
  • 2012 – 207,299 miles
  • 2011 – 200,053 miles
  • 2010 – 157,419 miles
  • 2009 – 118,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,300 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material One pipe into ABS pump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,300 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    266,300 miles
    Test number
    344829993254
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail266,300 miles (+30)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,300 miles
    Test number
    957919793605
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass266,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    266,270 miles
    Test number
    894137955832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail266,270 miles (+1,112)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,270 miles
    Test number
    334040856214
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass265,158 miles (+4,035)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    265,158 miles
    Test number
    326917924744
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin corroded

  6. Pass261,123 miles (+284)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    261,123 miles
    Test number
    204033573582
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail260,839 miles (+3,135)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,839 miles
    Test number
    459353977404
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested severe oil leakage (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil breathers, sump, rocker cover, bottom plate gaskets and engine pressurizing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencer outer layers severely corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  8. Pass257,704 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    257,704 miles
    Test number
    211460919867
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material One pipe into ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencer outer skins rusty and breaking
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusty and all bushes worn
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted through out. Some broken and insecure

  9. Fail257,704 miles (+3,181)1 dangerous1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,704 miles
    Test number
    779391569800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material One pipe into ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencer outer skins rusty and breaking
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusty and all bushes worn
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted through out. Some broken and insecure

  10. Pass254,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    254,523 miles
    Test number
    783843088676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail254,523 miles (+1,941)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,523 miles
    Test number
    880404159489
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass252,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    252,582 miles
    Test number
    856215894013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail252,582 miles (+2,988)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,582 miles
    Test number
    956015200673
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass249,594 miles (+5,910)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    249,594 miles
    Test number
    542427143158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass243,684 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    243,684 miles
    Test number
    746301140439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass240,143 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    240,143 miles
    Test number
    165069560237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass232,343 miles (+7,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    232,343 miles
    Test number
    697505907385
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush and n/s front (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass224,512 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    224,512 miles
    Test number
    777803254232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Fail224,511 miles (+8,589)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,511 miles
    Test number
    416688644290
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass215,922 miles (+8,623)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    215,922 miles
    Test number
    935470893154
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass207,299 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    207,299 miles
    Test number
    298998582118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail207,297 miles (+7,244)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,297 miles
    Test number
    598547482192
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass200,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    200,053 miles
    Test number
    909567481102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail200,053 miles (+42,634)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,053 miles
    Test number
    317800381184
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass157,419 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    742122860170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Fail157,419 miles (+39,204)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    792012260157
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass118,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    118,215 miles
    Test number
    261611579486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T555 DBD

Does T555 DBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 DBD is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T555 DBD?
The MOT on T555 DBD is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 DBD done?
T555 DBD was recorded at 266,300 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 9,071 miles a year.
Has T555 DBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 DBD has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T555 DBD 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 DBD find?
T555 DBD passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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