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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T55 ARYMOT history

T55 ARY is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 119,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,869 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 ARY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 ARY was last recorded at 119,869 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,555 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,314 miles
Average per year
2,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,869 miles
  • 2025 – 117,555 miles
  • 2024 – 116,470 miles
  • 2023 – 115,542 miles
  • 2022 – 113,958 miles
  • 2021 – 112,914 miles
  • 2020 – 112,184 miles
  • 2019 – 110,166 miles
  • 2018 – 108,227 miles
  • 2017 – 106,582 miles
  • 2016 – 103,327 miles
  • 2015 – 98,804 miles
  • 2014 – 93,707 miles
  • 2013 – 87,085 miles
  • 2012 – 82,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,869 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear rear silencers removed

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Emissions too clean to register

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,869 miles (+2,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,869 miles
    Test number
    719944064116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear silencers removed

  2. Pass117,555 miles (+1,085)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,555 miles
    Test number
    310349388582
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear back box silencers removed

  3. Pass116,470 miles (+928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,470 miles
    Test number
    771861929053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,542 miles (+1,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,542 miles
    Test number
    340912743614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,958 miles (+1,044)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    113,958 miles
    Test number
    942678812618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat adjustment stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass112,914 miles (+730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,914 miles
    Test number
    218391708775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edges worn
    • AdvisoryFont subframe corroded
    • AdvisorySports cat fitted

  7. Pass112,184 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    882661180529
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register

  8. Fail112,181 miles (+2,015)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,181 miles
    Test number
    185762067172
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn o/s/f bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f lower arm (rear rubber bush ) bangs under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
    • AdvisoryRear service brake imbalance close to limit

  9. Pass110,166 miles (+1,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,166 miles
    Test number
    631277758437
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower arm (rear bush ) deteriated slightly
    • AdvisorySlight rear service brake imbalance

  10. Pass108,227 miles (+1,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    125133320723
    • AdvisoryLarge engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just met minimum requirement
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbalance and fluctuation 20%

  11. Pass106,582 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,582 miles
    Test number
    133281813240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,327 miles (+4,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    533887669874
    • AdvisoryEmission too clean to register
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance and fluctuation 15-20%
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower arm (inner bush) slight play
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbal;ance 20%

  13. Pass98,804 miles (+5,097)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    828544445006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,707 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,707 miles
    Test number
    155541854411
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail93,707 miles (+6,622)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,707 miles
    Test number
    269561854026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass87,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,085 miles
    Test number
    778780553046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail87,085 miles (+5,044)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,085 miles
    Test number
    929009433081
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass82,041 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    115392952021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel repaired

  19. Fail82,041 miles5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    285982652085
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel repaired

Questions about T55 ARY

Does T55 ARY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 ARY is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 ARY?
The MOT on T55 ARY is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 ARY done?
T55 ARY was recorded at 119,869 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 2,671 miles a year.
Has T55 ARY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 ARY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T55 ARY 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 ARY find?
T55 ARY passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear rear silencers removed.

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