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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T555 NWLMOT history

T555 NWL is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 182,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
182,547 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 NWL was last recorded at 182,547 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,527 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,547 miles
  • 2025 – 181,130 miles
  • 2024 – 178,827 miles
  • 2022 – 177,831 miles
  • 2021 – 171,325 miles
  • 2020 – 167,460 miles
  • 2019 – 159,096 miles
  • 2018 – 150,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,547 miles
  • AdvisoryAll road wheel beams bentRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Clip corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively Rear cable frayed (1.1.6 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,547 miles (+20)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    182,547 miles
    Test number
    145741359089
    • AdvisoryAll road wheel beams bent
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Clip corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively Rear cable frayed (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  2. Fail182,527 miles (+1,397)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,527 miles
    Test number
    328604811940
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheel beams bent
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Clip corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively Rear cable frayed (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  3. Pass181,130 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    181,130 miles
    Test number
    972284828510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail181,122 miles (+2,295)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,122 miles
    Test number
    796898308970
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass178,827 miles (+996)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    178,827 miles
    Test number
    681940662817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass177,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    177,831 miles
    Test number
    312670314344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail177,831 miles (+6,506)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,831 miles
    Test number
    881472735740
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass171,325 miles (+3,865)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    171,325 miles
    Test number
    417965187857
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass167,460 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    167,460 miles
    Test number
    460481217081
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear sensor wire damaged/disconnected
  10. Fail167,457 miles (+8,361)13 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,457 miles
    Test number
    983749745657
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective air flow metre disconnected (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested as excessively smoking and exhaust cat missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction inoperative (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on flexible brake house on full lock DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front engine mounting bolt loose
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank & straps damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad wear sensor wire disconnected & warning lamp coming on intermittently
  11. Pass159,096 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    159,096 miles
    Test number
    453841308260
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail159,095 miles (+8,597)4 dangerous18 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,095 miles
    Test number
    355046150241
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAll direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorAll position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass150,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    150,498 miles
    Test number
    595153664628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,498 miles2 dangerous11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,498 miles
    Test number
    711736807538
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foremost mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Questions about T555 NWL

Does T555 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 NWL is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 NWL?
The MOT on T555 NWL is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 NWL done?
T555 NWL was recorded at 182,547 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has T555 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 NWL has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T555 NWL 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 NWL find?
T555 NWL passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: all road wheel beams bent; coolant leak; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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