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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T555 ULEMOT history

T555 ULE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 88,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,297 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 ULE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 ULE was last recorded at 88,297 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 6,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2018: 43,921 miles, lower than 43,922 miles on 31 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
81,427 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,870 miles
Average per year
7,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,297 miles
  • 2025 – 81,427 miles
  • 2024 – 77,055 miles
  • 2022 – 70,792 miles
  • 2021 – 64,101 miles
  • 2020 – 57,574 miles
  • 2019 – 51,931 miles
  • 2018 – 44,242 miles
  • 2017 – 38,532 miles
  • 2016 – 25,902 miles
  • 2015 – 5,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,297 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front tyre 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front tyre 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,297 miles (+6,870)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,297 miles
    Test number
    827684912276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    839702861842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,427 miles (+4,372)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    499094591617
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass77,055 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,055 miles
    Test number
    783370658353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded but not insecure

  5. Fail77,055 miles (+6,263)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,055 miles
    Test number
    775919072324
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded but not insecure

  6. Pass70,792 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,792 miles
    Test number
    795914013027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,792 miles (+6,691)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,792 miles
    Test number
    535597146515
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen main supply pipe to both front washers had broken in bonnet hinge, heat shrink used to repair pipe (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,101 miles (+6,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,101 miles
    Test number
    223154912344
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential slightly leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,574 miles (+5,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    915299075043
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipping + Slight corroding over inner surface
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads around 75 - 80% worn

  10. Pass51,931 miles (+7,689)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,931 miles
    Test number
    210106849506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,242 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    599910433195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,923 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,923 miles
    Test number
    896709866810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 2mm

  13. Fail43,921 miles (-1)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,921 miles
    Test number
    519289877219
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 2mm

  14. Fail43,922 miles4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,922 miles
    Test number
    111217900756
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to excessive smoking (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmission to low to register

  15. Fail43,921 miles (+5,389)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,921 miles
    Test number
    553644303245
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmission to low to register

  16. Pass38,532 miles (+12,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,532 miles
    Test number
    506354473405
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass25,902 miles (+20,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,902 miles
    Test number
    853982128231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDpf fitted emissions too low to register

  18. Pass5,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    5,484 miles
    Test number
    148897715444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T555 ULE

Does T555 ULE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 ULE is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 ULE?
The MOT on T555 ULE is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 ULE done?
T555 ULE was recorded at 88,297 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 7,417 miles a year.
Has T555 ULE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 ULE has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T555 ULE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T555 ULE find?
T555 ULE passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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