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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,460 cc

T55 APKMOT history

T55 APK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 179,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
179,331 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 APK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 APK was last recorded at 179,331 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,270 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
4,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,331 miles
  • 2025 – 177,878 miles
  • 2024 – 175,661 miles
  • 2023 – 172,780 miles
  • 2022 – 169,197 miles
  • 2021 – 162,728 miles
  • 2019 – 158,040 miles
  • 2018 – 151,175 miles
  • 2017 – 142,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,331 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner feathering on inside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,331 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    179,331 miles
    Test number
    260855630919
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail179,270 miles (+1,392)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,270 miles
    Test number
    749571572559
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass177,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    177,878 miles
    Test number
    358061303276
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail177,878 miles (+2,217)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,878 miles
    Test number
    972521704432
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass175,661 miles (+2,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    175,661 miles
    Test number
    396601889259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn both sides, seating incorrectly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass172,780 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    172,780 miles
    Test number
    772433877864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail172,776 miles (+3,579)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,776 miles
    Test number
    386544090618
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exessive black smoke from vehicle (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryComplete exhausat system deteriated
  8. Pass169,197 miles (+129)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    169,197 miles
    Test number
    874932243435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner feathering on inside edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner feathering on inside edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail169,068 miles (+6,340)2 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,068 miles
    Test number
    811227748932
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner feathering on inside edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner feathering on inside edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass162,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,728 miles
    Test number
    530441370661
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail162,727 miles (+4,687)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,727 miles
    Test number
    450213591149
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass158,040 miles (+6,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,040 miles
    Test number
    792617241386
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass151,175 miles (+7)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    151,175 miles
    Test number
    490335238885
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyre have cuts to sidewalls.
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.v gaiter deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier loose but not likely to become detatched.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underside.
    • AdvisoryVery bad oil leak - engine oil everywhere but unable to see leak as under trays fitted.
  14. Fail151,168 miles (+8,370)2 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,168 miles
    Test number
    469289521626
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275 40 20 106V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both 'D' bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Suspect bulb fault / issue. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyre have cuts to sidewalls.
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.v gaiter deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier loose but not likely to become detatched.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underside.
    • AdvisoryVery bad oil leak - engine oil everywhere but unable to see leak as under trays fitted.
  15. Pass142,798 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,798 miles
    Test number
    308998263019
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Fail142,791 miles1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,791 miles
    Test number
    125124407208
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

Questions about T55 APK

Does T55 APK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 APK is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 APK?
The MOT on T55 APK is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 APK done?
T55 APK was recorded at 179,331 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,354 miles a year.
Has T55 APK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 APK has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 APK 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 APK find?
T55 APK passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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