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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T55 AVMMOT history

T55 AVM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 116,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
116,619 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 AVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 AVM was last recorded at 116,619 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,782 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
837 miles
Average per year
4,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,619 miles
  • 2025 – 115,782 miles
  • 2024 – 114,453 miles
  • 2023 – 110,445 miles
  • 2022 – 107,324 miles
  • 2021 – 103,245 miles
  • 2020 – 101,106 miles
  • 2019 – 95,888 miles
  • 2018 – 88,089 miles
  • 2017 – 87,912 miles
  • 2016 – 81,261 miles
  • 2015 – 74,997 miles
  • 2013 – 66,987 miles
  • 2012 – 61,030 miles
  • 2011 – 56,442 miles
  • 2010 – 50,948 miles
  • 2009 – 44,733 miles
  • 2008 – 34,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,619 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,619 miles (+837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    116,619 miles
    Test number
    787350487384
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass115,782 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    115,782 miles
    Test number
    429008042025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,453 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    223147627723
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail114,450 miles (+4,005)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,450 miles
    Test number
    641068495115
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system by the fuel cooler behind the air con pipes under the vehichle (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osr and nsr (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass110,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,445 miles
    Test number
    776888975968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,445 miles (+3,121)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,445 miles
    Test number
    492735661814
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  7. Pass107,324 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,324 miles
    Test number
    140761523186
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear shocks (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Fail107,324 miles (+4,079)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,324 miles
    Test number
    503522830534
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass103,245 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    103,245 miles
    Test number
    695576319485
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting underside of vehicle (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  10. Fail103,245 miles (+2,139)3 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,245 miles
    Test number
    409287236636
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting underside of vehicle (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  11. Pass101,106 miles (+5,218)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,106 miles
    Test number
    280006702724
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess stabilizer from gearbox to crossmember deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shields corroded and hanging down on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush rear shocks badly corroded and bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySpare wheel tyre badly cracked and cords coming through
  12. Pass95,888 miles (+7,799)1 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,888 miles
    Test number
    889610554688
    • DangerousCentral Rear No tow ball fitted but there is a tow bar frame which is very badly corroded can't tell whether it's 25% of it's orginal thickness
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive intercooler damaged and slight leak o/s (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking due to age 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking due to age 2010 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded metal pipes into the rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting underside of vehicle generally corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdded 1lt of oil on pre-check
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and back boxes outer skins corroded
  13. Pass88,089 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,089 miles
    Test number
    538182852002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,912 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    189605229220
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded from front going to offside rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc,s corroded
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes out of view
  15. Fail87,911 miles (+6,650)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,911 miles
    Test number
    943553854165
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded from front going to offside rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc,s corroded
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes out of view
  16. Pass81,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    717437700705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,261 miles (+177)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    871408311045
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  18. Fail81,084 miles (+6,087)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,084 miles
    Test number
    342312898242
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass74,997 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,997 miles
    Test number
    535675675021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension components generally corroded
  20. Fail74,997 miles (+8,010)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,997 miles
    Test number
    226205575048
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension components generally corroded
  21. Fail66,987 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    657533673227
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass66,987 miles (+5,957)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    696213273265
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass61,030 miles (+4,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,030 miles
    Test number
    605650372244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass56,442 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,442 miles
    Test number
    858564271293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,948 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,948 miles
    Test number
    631951570298
    • Repaired at testInner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Pass50,948 miles (+6,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,948 miles
    Test number
    813371370269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Fail44,733 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    312075569224
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  28. Pass44,733 miles (+10,173)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    372815269478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,560 miles
    Test number
    891409158247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T55 AVM

Does T55 AVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 AVM is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 AVM?
The MOT on T55 AVM is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 AVM done?
T55 AVM was recorded at 116,619 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 4,613 miles a year.
Has T55 AVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 AVM has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 AVM 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 AVM find?
T55 AVM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears.

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