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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T55 APAMOT history

T55 APA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 297,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2026
Mileage
297,428 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
12,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 APA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T55 APA was last recorded at 297,428 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 2,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
294,517 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,911 miles
Average per year
12,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 297,428 miles
  • 2025 – 294,517 miles
  • 2024 – 291,593 miles
  • 2023 – 288,088 miles
  • 2021 – 280,286 miles
  • 2020 – 262,100 miles
  • 2019 – 250,363 miles
  • 2018 – 240,816 miles
  • 2017 – 230,160 miles
  • 2016 – 222,717 miles
  • 2015 – 214,198 miles
  • 2014 – 195,307 miles
  • 2013 – 175,803 miles
  • 2012 – 151,764 miles
  • 2011 – 118,591 miles
  • 2010 – 94,926 miles
  • 2009 – 74,830 miles
  • 2008 – 62,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail297,428 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
  • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
  • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Nearside and Offside (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassisRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail297,428 miles (+2,911)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,428 miles
    Test number
    601425358123
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Nearside and Offside (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass294,517 miles (+4)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    294,517 miles
    Test number
    494997711650
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis

  3. Fail294,513 miles (+2,920)1 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    294,513 miles
    Test number
    846627540123
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Nearside and Offside (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis

  4. Pass291,593 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    291,593 miles
    Test number
    400261091728
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail291,591 miles (+3,503)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,591 miles
    Test number
    175890994965
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass288,088 miles (+7,802)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    288,088 miles
    Test number
    986091896842
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass280,286 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    280,286 miles
    Test number
    750353295236
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis

  8. Fail280,236 miles (+18,136)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,236 miles
    Test number
    415049763441
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis

  9. Pass262,100 miles (+581)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    262,100 miles
    Test number
    683957040961
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail261,519 miles (+11,156)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,519 miles
    Test number
    788444347944
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass250,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    250,363 miles
    Test number
    877239953784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail250,363 miles (+9,547)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,363 miles
    Test number
    176684467658
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass240,816 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    240,816 miles
    Test number
    714032121607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  14. Fail240,815 miles (+10,655)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,815 miles
    Test number
    597191265568
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  15. Pass230,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    230,160 miles
    Test number
    260621783881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail230,160 miles (+7,443)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,160 miles
    Test number
    354412540059
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass222,717 miles (+8,519)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    222,717 miles
    Test number
    455130646613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusted

  18. Pass214,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    214,198 miles
    Test number
    859097435152
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail214,198 miles (+18,891)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,198 miles
    Test number
    670804728220
    • FailureStop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass195,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    195,307 miles
    Test number
    295896184204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail195,307 miles (+19,504)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,307 miles
    Test number
    176116684233
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass175,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    175,803 miles
    Test number
    149117183258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail175,802 miles (+24,038)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,802 miles
    Test number
    395957883250
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass151,764 miles (+33,173)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    151,764 miles
    Test number
    678693792250
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass118,591 miles (+23,665)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    118,591 miles
    Test number
    947283651111
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs worn

  26. Pass94,926 miles (+20,096)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,926 miles
    Test number
    544138250156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,830 miles (+12,786)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,830 miles
    Test number
    222457459444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,044 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,044 miles
    Test number
    150278258167
    • NoteBody damage along offside of vehicle
    • NoteBrake warning lamp illuminated

Questions about T55 APA

Does T55 APA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T55 APA expired on 5 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T55 APA?
The MOT on T55 APA expired on 5 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T55 APA done?
T55 APA was recorded at 297,428 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 12,934 miles a year.
Has T55 APA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 APA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 APA 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 T55 APA find?
T55 APA failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; emissions unable to be completed; exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering., and 10 more.

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