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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T555 VAMMOT history

T555 VAM is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 221,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,234 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 VAM was last recorded at 221,234 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 3,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,889 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,345 miles
Average per year
9,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,234 miles
  • 2025 – 217,889 miles
  • 2024 – 214,418 miles
  • 2023 – 208,313 miles
  • 2022 – 204,014 miles
  • 2021 – 198,908 miles
  • 2020 – 195,770 miles
  • 2019 – 189,012 miles
  • 2018 – 177,973 miles
  • 2017 – 166,709 miles
  • 2016 – 153,948 miles
  • 2015 – 138,110 miles
  • 2014 – 124,837 miles
  • 2013 – 110,558 miles
  • 2012 – 97,703 miles
  • 2011 – 85,271 miles
  • 2010 – 72,816 miles
  • 2009 – 62,612 miles
  • 2008 – 50,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    221,234 miles
    Test number
    953721663622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail221,233 miles (+3,344)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,233 miles
    Test number
    853700389548
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass217,889 miles (+3,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    217,889 miles
    Test number
    129290955453
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads starting to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass214,418 miles (+6,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    214,418 miles
    Test number
    266321438953
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass208,313 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    208,313 miles
    Test number
    266612214660
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail208,296 miles (+4,282)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,296 miles
    Test number
    147956486727
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit of 0.8 m-1 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure 1 x bolt missing & 1 x bolt loose (6.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade fitted upside-down
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass204,014 miles (+5,106)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    204,014 miles
    Test number
    800343359014
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass198,908 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    198,908 miles
    Test number
    198936395476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail198,908 miles (+3,138)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,908 miles
    Test number
    845213021402
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass195,770 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    195,770 miles
    Test number
    987807599675
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail195,770 miles (+6,758)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,770 miles
    Test number
    373731431857
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass189,012 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    189,012 miles
    Test number
    616598961379
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded throughout.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail189,011 miles (+11,038)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,011 miles
    Test number
    836699184859
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft bearing housing fractured (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded throughout.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass177,973 miles (+99)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    177,973 miles
    Test number
    423296853222
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth top strut bearings slight noise

  15. Fail177,874 miles (+11,165)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,874 miles
    Test number
    951873321771
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth top strut bearings slight noise

  16. Pass166,709 miles (+12,761)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    166,709 miles
    Test number
    191319056540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated.

  17. Pass153,948 miles (+15,838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    153,948 miles
    Test number
    646258813472
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear going out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass138,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    138,110 miles
    Test number
    496950115211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail138,110 miles (+13,273)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,110 miles
    Test number
    888170315296
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass124,837 miles (+14,279)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,837 miles
    Test number
    287547814222
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  21. Pass110,558 miles (+12,855)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    110,558 miles
    Test number
    428297393111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,703 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    536689512225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail97,703 miles (+12,432)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    299579812284
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass85,271 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    377060601259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail85,171 miles (+12,355)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,171 miles
    Test number
    259566191167
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  26. Pass72,816 miles (+10,204)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,816 miles
    Test number
    923944200225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    180228009286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail62,612 miles (+11,995)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    770738009267
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail50,617 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,617 miles
    Test number
    132358728270
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside front brake pads are wearing low
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber is damp/starting to leak

  30. Pass50,617 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,617 miles
    Test number
    382448728215
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside front brake pads are wearing low
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber is damp/starting to leak

Questions about T555 VAM

Does T555 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 VAM is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 VAM?
The MOT on T555 VAM is valid until 17 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 VAM done?
T555 VAM was recorded at 221,234 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 9,484 miles a year.
Has T555 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 VAM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T555 VAM 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 VAM find?
T555 VAM passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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