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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T555 MSLMOT history

T555 MSL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 254,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
254,837 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 MSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 MSL was last recorded at 254,837 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 7,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,976 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,861 miles
Average per year
10,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 254,837 miles
  • 2025 – 246,976 miles
  • 2024 – 240,345 miles
  • 2023 – 238,288 miles
  • 2022 – 236,237 miles
  • 2021 – 228,721 miles
  • 2020 – 219,692 miles
  • 2019 – 209,710 miles
  • 2018 – 203,207 miles
  • 2017 – 199,455 miles
  • 2016 – 188,840 miles
  • 2015 – 179,091 miles
  • 2014 – 170,240 miles
  • 2013 – 152,549 miles
  • 2012 – 128,707 miles
  • 2011 – 111,848 miles
  • 2010 – 89,690 miles
  • 2009 – 73,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,837 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass254,837 miles (+7,861)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    254,837 miles
    Test number
    607764500504
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  2. Pass246,976 miles (+6,631)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    246,976 miles
    Test number
    379782406512
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level. (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake requires attention.

  3. Pass240,345 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    240,345 miles
    Test number
    709094408478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass238,288 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    238,288 miles
    Test number
    976965763754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass236,237 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    236,237 miles
    Test number
    220391992021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail236,225 miles (+7,504)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,225 miles
    Test number
    988247826479
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass228,721 miles (+9,029)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    228,721 miles
    Test number
    864118252807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass219,692 miles (+9,982)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    219,692 miles
    Test number
    534244359146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass209,710 miles (+6,503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    209,710 miles
    Test number
    997511573562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass203,207 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    203,207 miles
    Test number
    673926383320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass199,455 miles (+131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    199,455 miles
    Test number
    491750456252
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorating

  12. Fail199,324 miles (+10,484)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,324 miles
    Test number
    403140116741
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorating

  13. Pass188,840 miles (+9,749)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    188,840 miles
    Test number
    273252141980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass179,091 miles (+8,851)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    179,091 miles
    Test number
    415669085130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass170,240 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    170,240 miles
    Test number
    759750974186
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust system corroded and deteriorated

  16. Fail170,240 miles (+17,691)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,240 miles
    Test number
    167918264196
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust system corroded and deteriorated

  17. Pass152,549 miles (+23,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    152,549 miles
    Test number
    129194163134
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass128,707 miles (+16,859)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    128,707 miles
    Test number
    637551572191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass111,848 miles (+22,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,848 miles
    Test number
    848726361175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass89,690 miles (+16,287)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,690 miles
    Test number
    280357560169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,403 miles
    Test number
    551867069177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T555 MSL

Does T555 MSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 MSL is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 MSL?
The MOT on T555 MSL is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 MSL done?
T555 MSL was recorded at 254,837 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 10,694 miles a year.
Has T555 MSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 MSL has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T555 MSL 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 MSL find?
T555 MSL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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